Microdermabrasion
What is Microdermabrasion?
To wear away a small amount of skin - that is precisely what Microdermabrasion does. The process of cell renewal (exfoliation) is a natural process that slows with age. Uniform removal of the superficial dead cells thickens the epidermis, increases the production of new cells, and encourages the production of collagen and elastin. All skin types can be treated with Microdermabrasion.
Microdermabrasion was developed in Europe many years ago and was introduced in the United States a few years ago. Aluminum oxide crystals are projected onto the skin in a safe and uniform manner to painlessly exfoliate layers of the epidermis. These crystals, along with dead skin cells, are vacuumed into a closed filter container and discarded. A control gauge allows for increased vacuum for a more aggressive peel and decreased vacuum for a gentler peel.
Microdermabrasion leaves your skin smooth and clean with slight redness that fades quickly. Blackheads are loosened, whiteheads become unsurfaced and hyperpigmentation lightens. Acne scars, enlarged pores and epidermal wrinkles become less prominent. Blood containing oxygen and nutrients is drawn to the surface to feed and repair cells.
The process of microdermabrasion should
be approached in a series of at least five treatments
in order to get a lasting effect. The patient will be
treated every week or every two weeks depending on the
aggressiveness of the peel. A proper skin program with
microdermabrasion, including Retin-A and prescription
Hydroquinone when needed, is imperative for long lasting
improvement in the skin 
