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Is Microdermabrasion the Same at a Hair Salon/spa As at a Dermatologist or Medical Spa?

Jul 18, 2008

My hair salon/spa is now offering microdermabrasion. Is this the same I would get from a dermatologist or in a medical spa?

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Dr. Alan M. Gardner, MD
Dr. Alan M. Gardner, MD
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Answered on Dec 15, 2009
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Dr. Don Mehrabi, MD
Dr. Don Mehrabi, MD
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Feb 23, 2009
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