Microdermabrasion

Thu, 10/06/2011 – 23:54 — Colleen Brown PA-C

Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive gentle abrasion (skin polishing) treatment that propels natural mineral crystals onto the surface of the skin to reveal newer, healthier younger looking skin.

With healthier skin as its base, many conditions begin to heal themselves. Treatments have been performed in Europe for years and found to be safe and effective for use on the face, neck and chest of all skin types, male/female. The treatment is safe and utilized frequently in many comprehensive.

The surface layer of skin collects harmful environmental elements. By aggressively, uniformly removing this layer of dead, impacted cells the surface is refined and smoothed. The micro-massage action of the treatment stimulates blood flow and oxygen which in turn nourishes the skin and fortifies new cell growth. This increased lymph flow beneath the surface provides cleansing and balancing benefits, which directly relate to clearing many acne problems.

About Microdermabrasion

Process gently resurfaces the superficial skin layer (dermis)
Diminishes irregularities in the texture of the skin
Softens and modifies fine “Expression” lines on the forehead and around the mouth
Polishes and diminishes fine, crepe lines on cheeks
Contracts larger pores, exfoliates and extracts clogged pores
Polishes and smoothes the margins of acne and burn scars
Stimulates new cell growth
Each treatment lasts about 30 minutes – known as a “Lunch Hour” procedure
No down time for healing
4-6 Treatments will be required at two-week intervals. Scar reduction may take as many as ten visits.

Indications for Treatment

Sun-damaged skin
Uneven pigmentation/Melasma/Hyper-Hypo
Pigmentation Uneven and granular skin
Fine lines and wrinkles
Enlarged pores
Blackheads, light acne
Superficial injury scars
Light stretch marks
Age spots
Acne scars
Dry skin

FDA Approvals

Class One Device/General Dermatology

Before Microdermabrasion

Refrain from waxing, electrolysis and depilatories for four days before and after treatments.
Discontinue Accutane usage four weeks prior to, and during, the treatment period.
Discontinue retinal and AHA usage three days prior to and three days after each treatment.
No tanning of any kind during the series of treatments.
Wait two weeks after Botox/Collagen injections.
Do not wear makeup or contact lenses to the treatment.
Skin should be free of herpes sores in the lip area.
Sign the procedure consent form

After Microdermabrasion

Skin will be pink and renewed.
In the days following there may be some flaking and dryness as the skin repairs itself.
You may want to wait one day to apply makeup, as your face will feel so soft and fresh.
Do not use glycolic, Retin A, exfollients or astringents for 3 days after the treatment.
Avoid extreme heat for 3-5 days (direct sun, sauna, hot tubs, Jacuzzi, tanning beds).
Daily use of SPF 15 or higher.
Use After Care Products as recommended.
Schedule your next appointment for two-three weeks.

If you are prone to herpes, ask us for a prescription for acyclovir. You will need to treat 24-48 hours prior to treatment and 24-48 following treatment.