Dermabrasian

Gerneral Information

Dermabrasion is a skin resurfacing technique first developed in the 1950's. It is used primarily to improve acne scars but it can also improve chicken pox marks and scars resulting from accidents or disease. In some cases it can be used to deep facial lines and wrinkles, severe sun damage and pigmentation disorders. During the procedure, The physician moves a rapidly spinning wheel gently over the surface of the scar causing the topmost layers of the skin to be worn away.

During a dermabrasion procedure, you may be required to be admitted to the hospital. A topical numbing agent, nerve block or general anesthesia may be used depending on the size and location of the scars.

Side Effects:

• Dermabrasion can precipitate herpes simplex infection (cold sores) causing unpleasant blistering and possibly permanent scarring.
• Hyperpigmentation (darkeing of the skin) may occur in skin types III and IV (Hispanic, Asian, and Mediterranean ethnicities).Dermabrasion procedure.
• Infection may occur after the procudure and antibiotics may be prescribed as a precaution.

To learn more about this treatment, contact your local acne physician.