Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion is a surgical method of skin resurfacing used to treat a variety of skin imperfections. The following is a list of possible indications for dermabrasion treatment.
- Acne scars
- Mohs defects
- Rhinophyma
- Scars from trauma
- Scars from past surgery
- Tattoos
- Actinic keratoses
- Seborrheic keratoses
- Angiofibromas
- Solar elastosis
- Rhytides
Who Should Undergo Dermabrasion?
Good candidates for dermabrasion may exhibit one of the conditions listed above, but if you have a family history or propensity toward hypertrophic scars, keloids, or pigmentation problems, dermabrasion may not be the proper treatment for you.
The Dermabrasion Procedure
Dermabrasion sculpts the skin surface with a precise method of surgical abrasion. The procedure is intended to eliminate textural irregularities and stimulate the body’s healing process to produce new skin. Dr. Branman passes a special rotating dermabrader over the treated area to recontour the skin. There are many areas that can be treated with dermabrasion.
Some patients undergo a full facial dermabrasion and others undergo a “spot treatment.” During a consultation we can determine which option is right for you.
After dermabrasion, gauze and ice packs may be applied to the treatment area. Recovery time typically requires 1-2 weeks, during which time pain medications can be prescribed to alleviate discomfort.
To learn more about dermabrasion, or determine if the procedure is right for you, contact our Little Rock Cosmetic surgery office.
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