Dermabrasion


Procedure: Mechanical scraping of the top layers of skin using a high speed rotary wheel.
                   Softens sharp edges of surface irregularities, including acne and other scars,
                   and fine wrinkles, especially around the mouth.

Length of procedure:  A few minutes to 1-1/2 hours.  May require more than one session.

Anesthesia: Local with sedation

Recovery:  Back to work in 2 weeks.  More strenuous activities in 4 to 6 weeks.
                    Fading of redness in about 3 months.  Return of pigmentation / sun exposure in
                    6 months to 1 year.

Duration of results is permanent, although new wrinkles may form as skin ages.


Member
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)