How to Get Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion is a treatment used by dermatologists and plastic surgeons to rejuvenate the skin's outer layers. Dermabrasion is achieved by controlled surgical scraping and is used to treat irregularities found on the skin's surface. Many doctors use dermabrasion in conjunction with other skin treatments.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Find a physician to perform the dermabrasion treatment. A doctor can evaluate if you are a good candidate for the treatment. People with skin allergies and darker skin tones are typically not recommended for dermabrasion.

2. Check your insurance coverage. Since dermabrasion can be used to treat certain skin abnormalities, you may be eligible to have the procedure covered.

3. Follow any pre-treatment directions from your doctor. Your physician may have special directions regarding how you care for your skin prior to surgery. You also must stop smoking a week or 2 before the procedure.

4. Expect to be given a local anesthetic as well as a sedative. Your face will be numbed during the treatment and you will be relaxed from the sedative that was administered.

5. Notice the surgeon scraping away the outer layers of your skin with a surgical instrument that resembles a wire brush. They scrape away at the skin until the wrinkles or scars have diminished in appearance.

6. Allow the surgeon to dress and treat the area following the procedure. This helps the skin heal properly.

7. Adhere to all aftercare instructions. You need to apply a medicated ointment to the area and avoid shaving or using certain skincare products.

Tips & Warnings

• In very rare cases, you will be put under general anesthesia during the dermabrasion procedure.

• If you notice redness, itching and pain after the area has already begun to heal, you should contact your doctor. This could be a sign of abnormal scarring.