Dermabrasion is an intensive skin treatment (not to be confused with microdermabrasion) to address skin problems like deep or raised scars, wrinkles, splotchy pigmentation, or pre-cancerous lesions. Dermabrasion is most popular for facial treatment, but could also be used on your hands, chest or back.

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Learning my lesson with dermabrasion

I had dermabrasion in 2000 for the fine lines around my mouth and nose. I was very dense about the treatment at the time and am ashamed to admit I rushed into it. Now I feel much more lucid and – having done my research – would actually do it again (but I would be prepared). I was a candidate for... Full Dermabrasion review

Published Jun 25, 2007 by danii

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The truth about dermabrasion

It’s really hard to find the truth about dermabrasion online. It’s one of those great mysteries where you don’t find out what it REALLY is until you do it (like childbirth). Like, people just don’t realise how bloody, messy and painful dermabrasion is. The name makes sense – it’s like taking a sander to... Full Dermabrasion review

Published Aug 28, 2007 by bingham

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Excellent results, worth the pain. ~ Dermabrasion was worth it

Kathy Rain Nevada May 23, 2008 Cost: $100 Pain: Uncomfortable

Had bad acne as a teen which left scars, uneven skin, and purple marks from the "blood pockets". The dermabrasion made a dramatic... more

Dermabrasion worked ~ Dermabrasion was worth it

Bets Atlanta, GA Apr 14, 2008 Cost: $4,000 Pain: Uncomfortable

I can't remember the exact cost since it was so long ago (1880's), plus some of the fee is outpatient facility and anesthesia. I had a general... more

Loved it ~ Dermabrasion was worth it

Poocheroo California Oct 10, 2007 Cost: $500 Pain: Mild

I had a mild face lift in my early 30's to deal with some sagging issues with my skin. I had a few deep lines above my upper lip and my doctor... more

The truth about dermabrasion ~ Dermabrasion was NOT worth it

Bingham Essex, United Kingdom Aug 28, 2007 Cost: $600 Pain: Severe

It’s really hard to find the truth about dermabrasion online. It’s one of those great mysteries where you don’t find out what it REALLY is... more

Learning my lesson with dermabrasion ~ Dermabrasion was worth it

Danii Philadelphia, PA Jun 25, 2007 Cost: $1,450 Pain: Uncomfortable

I had dermabrasion in 2000 for the fine lines around my mouth and nose. I was very dense about the treatment at the time and am ashamed to admit I... more

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