This abrasive or planning action improves skin contour as a new layer of skin replaces the treated skin. The new skin generally has a smoother appearance. The procedure is performed by a dermatologic or plastic surgeon.
With microdermabrasion, there is less down time than with dermabrasion; skin fully recovers within 24 hours. It's ideal for people who cannot afford to take time off from work or social activities for healing.
Another benefit:
Microdermabrasion is a nonsurgical procedure. Therefore, there are none of the risks associated with even minor surgery like dermabrasion, where anesthetics are used and skin bleeds.
Am I a Good Candidate for Microdermabrasion?
All men and women with looking forward to fresh and healthy look are good candidates for this treatment.
Microdermabrasion (also known as "power peel") works on all skin types and colors and is effective on
superficial skin problems like fine lines, dull skin, brown spots, mild acne scars, and age spots.
The Procedure:
The technique combines gentle abrasion (using microcrystals) with suction to remove the dead outer layer of skin. It is basically an exfoliation and skin rejuvenation procedure.
Most patients have microdermabrasion treatments once a week for a period of four to twelve weeks. Age spots and fine lines can be erased, creating softer, smoother skin that has a younger feel to the touch.
Stay in Hospital
Not Required
Temporary Side Effects of Microdermabrasion:
With microdermabrasion, skin is pink and feels dry and tight (like sunburn or windburn), for about 24 hours. Moisturizers should be applied. Your doctor can prescribe or recommend medications to help reduce any discomfort you may have, such as an over-the-counter pain reliever.
The newly formed skin, which is pink at first, gradually develops a normal color. In most cases, the pinkness largely fades by six to eight weeks. Makeup can be used as a cover-up as soon as the skin is healed.
Generally, most people can resume their normal activities in seven to 10 days
Recovery:
Within 24 hours or so after the procedure, You can then safely apply makeup.
Healing usually occurs within seven to ten days
Results:
Skin is softer and smoother to the touch -- it has a fresh, healthy glow. For optimal results, a number of treatments are required (once a week for several weeks). To maintain results, occasion touch-up treatments are necessary.