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Is Microdermabrasion Safe While on Tetracyclines?

elianitaJan 9, 2013

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Martie Gidon, MD, FRCPC, FAAD

You should stop the tretinoin cream several days before microdermabrasion and tell the technician that you have been using it.  Discuss her recommendations about post-treatment care.  Once any redness or peeling from the microdermabrasion has resolved, you can resume the tretinoin...

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Martie Gidon, MD, FRCPC, FAAD

If the microdermabrasion is performed aggressively, it is possible to cause some inflammation that can result in temporary darker or lighter spots.  You should be assessed by a dermatologist who offers microdermabrasion to see if it would be appropriate for you.  Sun protection is...

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Chien C. Kat, MD

HiI have not come across hair loss from Microdermabrasion but if she is quite aggressive in her technique and you feel she is do not worry.Hair growth is controlled by hormones and not increased by removal methods. Hope this helps 

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