What is microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is a nonsurgical cosmetic procedure used to treat facial skin that has been damaged by the sun and age. Microdermabrasion can give the skin a fresh, healthy appearance by minimizing acne scars, age spots, blemishes caused by sun damage, crow's feet, fine lines, and superficial wrinkles.

Is there much pain with the microdermabrasion procedure?
There is generally little or no pain associated with microdermabrasion. At the most, patients may experience a feeling similar to slight windburn or some minimal stinging around the eyes.

Who are good candidates for microdermabrasion?
A good candidate for microdermabrasion is a physically healthy man or woman with realistic expectations who is looking to minimize the appearance of acne prone or blotchy skin, fine lines and surface wrinkles, sun-damaged or uneven skin, keratoses, large pores, milia, rhytides, sebaceous hyperplasia or small scars.

What can I expect of the recovery after microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion involves virtually no downtime and normal activities can usually be resumed right away. The skin may feel a bit hot or flushed for the first day after the procedure. It is important, however, that patients avoid sun exposure for about a week.

Does microdermabrasion require anesthesia?
Anesthesia is typically not used during the microdermabrasion procedure.

How long does the microdermabrasion procedure last?
Though multiple sessions are usually required, a single microdermabrasion procedure takes about thirty minutes to one hour to complete.

Is it necessary to take time off from work after the microdermabrasion procedure?
Because microdermabrasion involves virtually no downtime, patients can typically resume their normal activities right away. However, it is important that patients avoid sun exposure for about a week.