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DIAMOND MICRODERMABRASION

Microdermabrasion (usually refered to as Microderm) is an exfoliation procedure performed on the superficial, outermost layers of the skin.

With this technique we remove dead cells from the stratum corneum of the skin, like we do with a chemical peel, but in a smoother, safer and more precise way.

It is a painless procedure, which doesn´t require special care neither stops the patient from immediately continuing with their daily activities.

It can be used to treat:
- Atrophic, dry skins, which have lost elasticity.
- Aged skins due to sun-damage.
- Superficial pigmentations.
- Fine lines and slight wrinkles.
- Hyperqueratosis.
- Blackhead removal.
- Stretch marks.
- Acne scarring and other sequels.
- Exaggerated scars.

The results are progressive and the treatment requires several sessions, depending on the characteristics of the injury that we may be treating, the skin age and type.

Normally, 6 to 12 sessions are needed, with an interval between them of 1 to 2 weeks. A maintainance plan is advisable afterwards, on a 2 or 3-months basis.

The procedure lasts a few minutes, a slight reddening or sensation of tense skin can occur, that disappears a few hours later.

The skin will look younger, smoother, polished and clean after the first treatment.


MECHANICAL DERMABRASION

Mechanical dermabrasion is a procedure in which we perform a controlled polishing of the superficial layers of the skin.

We habitually use to treat scarring and other sequels of acne, accidents or surgeries.

Also, we use it as complement in a facelift, to lessen facial wrinkles or lines, specially those around the mouth.

Not all patients are good candidates for a dermabrasion.

A careful evaluation must be done of the injuries to be treated, skin type and color, patient's expectations and limitations of the technique.

It shouldn´t be done during a period of active acne, because the risks of infections increase significantly.

The same precaution should be taken for patients with burned skins, with previous radiant treatments or chemical peels.

Normally, local anesthesia is required possibly complemented with light sedation.

It´s a relatively fast procedure (15 to 45 minutes).

It´s not infrequent to repeat it when the injuries are too deep.

After dermabrasion the skin reddens, swells and distills a serous fluid. In the subsequent days some scabs can form that fall in few days.

We apply an ointment for its treatment and the anti-inflammatory medicine controls the discomfort of the first days.

The new skin will look pinker, brighter and will be more sensible by several weeks.

Sunrays should be avoided for several months, because changes in the skin coloration can occur.

Other cares are advised to the patients, depending on the magnitude of the procedure.