Dermabrasion
Description
Dermabrasion is a kind of a cosmetic procedure used to treat or remove scars caused by Acne, Surgery or Injuries , Fine wrinkles, especially those around the mouth , Sun-damaged skin, including age spots , Tattoos , uneven skin tone , swelling and redness of the nose , potentially precancerous skin patches. Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist may performed this procedure in a clinic or hospital depending on the procedure.
Pre Surgery
Dermabrasion is a Cosmetic Surgery and it is not for everyone. After examine the patient, Dermatologist will decide you are eligible for a surgery or not.
In dermabrasion, the outermost layer of skin with a rough wire brush, or a burr containing diamond particles, attached to a motorized
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Surgery & Hospitalization
During dermabrasion, nurse will hold your skin taut. Dermatologist will move the dermabrader (a small motorized device with an abrasive wheel or brush for a tip) across your skin with constant, gentle pressure and carefully remove the outer layers of skin to reveal new, smoother skin.
Dermabrasion can take a few minutes to more than an hour, depending on how much skin is being treated. If you have deep scarring or you're having a large amount of skin treated, you might have dermabrasion done more than once or in stages.
Post- Discharge
After this procedure, your treated skin will be covered with a moist, nonstick dressing and skin will be red and swollen and you may find difficulty in eating and drinking. Sometimes you may feel pain, burning, tingling which can be control by medications as advised by your Dermatologist. Within few days to a week swelling will be