Dermabraziya – Skin Resurfacing – Surgical Skin Rejuvenation

Dermabrasion description

Dermabrasion is used to improve the appearance of the skin. It is performed by removing its upper layers, that contribute to the growth of new skin.

Causes skin resurfacing

Dermabraziya held, to help restore damaged skin. As it is considered, procedure rejuvenates the skin, stimulating cell reproduction. Dermabrasion can be used to treat the following skin disorders:

• Benign tumors;
• The scars from chickenpox;
• Acne;
• Surgical scars;
• Scars resulting from accidents or disease;
• Tattoos;
• Age spots;
• Wrinkles.

Possible complications after dermabrasion

If you plan to perform dermabrasion, the doctor will review a list of possible complications, which may include:

• Common side effects:
  • Scarring;
  • Redness;
  • Tumor;
  • Pimples or small cysts;
  • Livor;
  • Increased sensitivity to sunlight;
  • The sudden worsening of herpes (herpesvirus first type) if dermabrasion is performed on the face;
• Less common complications:
  • Permanent scarring;
  • Severe skin redness;
  • Prolonged loss of color;
  • Infection.

Dermabrasion is not recommended for those, who are sick the following diseases:

• Active herpes or bacterial infection and ulcer;
• Current or recent use isotretinoin;
• Immune disorders of the skin, blood flow, that can make treatment more difficult.

How is dermabrasion?

Preparation for the procedure

Your doctor may:

• A full assessment of the health and inspection of the skin;
• Assign an antiviral drug, if you have a herpes infection. Examples of such formulations: acyclovir (Zoviraks), famciclovir (Famvir) and valacyclovir (Valtrex).
• Provide prescription tretinoin and / or a cream for skin lightening.

There are photos taken before and after surgery, to evaluate improvement.

Anesthesia

It will use local anesthesia. She numb the area dermabrasion. It can also be used sedative, to help you relax.

Description Dermabrasion

The doctor will use a high-speed rotary instrument with an abrasive wheel or brush. This tool is used to remove the upper layers of the skin in the selected area.

How long will the skin resurfacing?

The length of time depends on the number and size of the skin, to be processed.

Skin Resurfacing – Will it hurt?

After, how will the action of anesthesia, the skin will be feeling sensitive and irritated. Mild pain relievers to help reduce pain and discomfort.

Care after dermabrasion

Painkillers and corticosteroids, such as prednisone, They may be assigned, to reduce swelling. Recovery typically takes 7-10 days. It is essential to help restore proper care:

• The doctor will determine the timing, when you can return to daily activities;
• Clean the skin several times a day. This will help prevent infection and remove the crust, that occurs during the healing;
• Keep the treated area moisturized;
• Avoid exposure to the sun. Before going outdoors, use sunscreen;
• Visit your doctor for advice and monitoring the healing and regrowth of skin;
• Be sure to follow your doctor's instructions.

Dermabrasion injures the skin, causing bleeding. As the skin heals, new skin replaces the damaged, which was removed during the procedure. The new skin is usually smoother, more uniform appearance. The results are stored for a long time.

Contact your doctor after surgical skin rejuvenation

Once home, consult a doctor, if there was any of the following symptoms of:

• Signs of infection, including fever and chills;
• Edema, increase in pain, bleeding, or discharge from the area of ​​foreign holding dermabrasion;
• Skin redness or discoloration, which does not pass;
• Pain, which does not pass after taking pain medication appointed.