By Emily Percival on Thursday, May 14, 2009Filed Under: Dermabrasion
Hydradermabrasion is a new generation of skin resurfacing treatment which is similar to microdermabrasion.
Both hydradermabrasion and microdermabrasion are aesthetic non-invasive techniques designed to help polish the skin, buffing away fine lines and wrinkles and helping the skin have a more youthful glow about it. Hydradermabrasion combines microdermabrasion with hydration techniques to help improve the skin tone even further.
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By CSB on Monday, January 1, 2007Filed Under: Dermabrasion
Procedure: Mechanical scraping of the top layers of the skin using a high-speed rotary wheel to Soften sharp edges of surface irregularities, including acne, scars and fine wrinkles, especially around the mouth.
Length: A few minutes to 1 hour. May require more than 1 session.
Anesthesia: Local, numbing spray, or general.
In/Outpatient: Usually outpatient.
Side Effects: Temporary tingling, burning, itching, swelling, redness. Lightening of treated skin. Acute sensitivity to sun; loss of ability to tan.
Risks: Abnormal color changes (permanent), tiny temporary whiteheads, infection, scarring, flare-up of skin allergies, fever blisters, cold sores.
Recovery: 2 weeks: Back to work
4 to 6 weeks: More strenuous activities
3 months: Fading of redness
6 to 12 months: Return of pigmentation. Sun exposure
Duration of Results: Permanent, although new wrinkles will form as skin ages.
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