Medical Microdermabrasion

What is Medical Microdermabrasion?

Medical Microdermabrasion is a Non Surgical skin resurfacing procedure also known as "power peel." Medical Microdermabrasion is a painless procedure that is similar to softened sandblasting. This treatment provides an excellent alternative to chemical and laser peels. It involves tiny crystals that are sprayed on the skin - and works best on superficial skin problems such as:

  • Fine lines
  • Wrinkles
  • Dull skin
  • Brown spots
  • Sun damaged skin
  • Acne prone skin
  • mild acne scars
  • Blackheads
  • Whiteheads
  • Superficial age spots
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Oily skin
  • Dry skin
  • Patchy Skin

Medical Microdermabrasion is an excellent procedure that can be combined with other treatments to aid in accomplishing your desired results.

The Benefits of Medical Microdermabrasion

Medical Microdermabrasion can improve or eliminate superficial skin problems. It works on all skin types and colours -- producing subtle changes, causing no skin colour change or scarring.

The Microdermabrasion Procedure

During the Medical Microdermabrasion consultation, the practitioner will describe what the procedure involves and the results the patient can realistically expect. The Practitioner will go over preoperative and postoperative instructions during the consultation.

Medical microdermabrasion involves a passing hand held device that releases tiny crystals across the skin. The tiny crystals are sprayed onto the skin in a gentle abrasion technique. These crystals are released onto the skin's surface at a high speed which removes the dead outer layer of skin immediately. The treatments typically last 20 to 30 minutes for the face, if your treatment includes the neck and upper chest area, it may last up to an hour.

A normal course of microdermabrasion treatments will vary. Usually the patient can expect 4 to 8 treatments at approximately 2-week intervals. Professionals suggest that an appointment should be scheduled for an additional treatment every 1 to 3 months to maintain your skin in excellent condition. Most patients actually feel and see a difference just after one or two treatments.

Advantages:

  • Improves the tone and texture of the skin.
  • The surface of your skin is flourished with living skin cells that are soft and smooth.
  • Your skin is in a better condition to absorb anti-ageing and acne creams.
  • Epidermis is stimulated by the treatment to promote new collagen, thickening the dermis and causing the aging process to slow down.
  • Results are instantaneously.
  • There is no preparation prior to treatment.
  • There is no recovery time needed post treatment.
  • Relatively pain free.
  • The procedure can be done at home using microdermabrasion systems and kits.
  • Fewest side effects.
  • It is successful on all skin types and skin colours.
  • Microdermal abrasion does not need anaesthetic.
  • It makes your skin look and feel smoother and younger.

After the medical microdermabrasion procedure, the skin appears to be pink and may feel dry and tight. This may last up to 24 hours. Afterwards, moisturizers should be applied. Some types of makeup should not be used for at least 24 hours after the procedure and you should try to avoid being in the sun for at least a few days. Besides the few restrictions, medical microdermabrasion allows you to get back to your daily schedule right away without any delay.

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