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Microdermbrasion would be a relatively conservative way to go about scar revision on buttock areas. Keep in mind that you may have to do a dozen microdermabrasion a month apart before you start to see any improvement. If you don't see significant results after numerous microdermbrasion, you may need to see an experienced board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who is well-versed in the art and science of Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing.
Acne is caused by plugging of the oil glands. The plugs are too deep for microdermabrasion to be of any help.Microdermabrasion is equivalent to a mild peel. It may help the acne medicine penetrate easier, but it adds greatly to the irritation.The best treatment is similar to that of facial acne, with Benzoyl Peroxide in a.m., a retinoid at night, and, in the beginning, some oral antibiotics.It is also very important to avoid tight fitting garments which contribute greatly to plugging of the oil glands (friction, sweating, etc). This may be a difficult request to a young person.As to a helpful device, the Smoothbeam Laser can be very helpful for both acne and true acne scars (not pigmentation).
Yes, it is a risk but very rare. I recommend you select your practitioner based on their experience and professional reputation, as well as their expertise in performing the treatment.
Accutane makes the skin more fragile and we typically tell patients to avoid any laser procedures, including microdermabrasion, for at least 6 months. However, many microdermabrasion machines have adjustable levels and allow for a more gentle treatment. I would also be interested to know what...
Microdermabrasion would be a poor choice to rid yourself of sebaceous hyperplasia. Incidentally, this is one condition that seems to worsen with age. I remember picking up this tidbit during medical school. There are supposedly two glands which enlarge as you get older: the prostate gland and...
Thank you for your question. Ideally you would want to do your microderm or chemical peel prior to receiving your injectable treatments. If not, we recommend waiting 10-14 days post injections for the potential swelling to fully resolve and/ or to have Botox to take full effect...
Microdermabrasions essentially clear away the dead cells, leaving the skin more alive and radiant. You do not want to do it, or chemical peel if you have an active skin inflamation. In addition to this, chemical peels go to varying depths, and some people are more sensitive to the...
Microdermabrasion is safe in pregnancy however the pills may be category C Dand X depending which peels the physician chooses Withat said I would play safe and wait till after pregnancy Also to attack the melasma
