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Microdermabrasion (MDA) is a safe and effective
treatment to improve the appearance of the skin. The MDA gently remove
the top most layer of dead skin cells through exfoliation. Patients can
return to their daily routine immediately after the MDA without down time
for healing or concerns about their appearance.
Microdermabrasion can be used to:
Treat acne
Smooth skin texture
Clean debris from pores
Clear blackheads
Rejuvenate skin
Improve sun damaged skin
Fade brown pigment
Tiny crystals are forced through the MDA tubing onto the surface of
the skin and then immediately vacuumed off through a suction tube in
the same hand piece. In this process, exfoliation of dead skin cells
occurs. The depth of the exfoliation is determined by the flow of the
crystals. At low-pressure settings, the skin is gently exfoliated. At
higher-pressure setting, exfoliating can extend into deeper layers of
the skin.
Complications from Microdermabrasion are extremely rare. Common side
effects may include mild redness for 1-2 hours following the procedure
and mild transient discomfort during the procedure (similar to a cat’s
tongue)
The number of treatments needed is variable depending upon:
The type of condition being treated
The severity of the condition
The desired results of the patient
Most patients require a series of 5-6 treatments at a 1-3 week interval.
Once a patient has attained optimal results with their Microdermabrasion
treatment series, we recommend maintenance MDA every 2-3 months to maintain
excellent results.
We offer a $50 consultation, at which time we can provide
an estimate of cost for you.
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