Fresh, healthy skin hides beneath the dead surface layer, and microdermabrasion can uncover it immediately without risking scarring or other side effects. Microdermabrasion can provide an instant boost if your skin seems dull or shows signs of wrinkles, fine lines, acne, or pigmentation irregularities. At MG Plastic Surgery, we deliver exceptional skin rejuvenation to women and men in Scottsdale, Arizona.
The exfoliation process of microdermabrasion uses tiny crystals to gently remove dead skin cells on the outer dermal layer, revealing the softer, smoother skin underneath. The handheld microdermabrasion device gently works the crystals into your skin so that skin cells can be removed from the face and neck without damaging the fresh skin below. Microdermabrasion most often smooths the following skin conditions:
To prepare for your microdermabrasion treatment, you must stop taking the following medications one week prior to your appointment:
Additional considerations that may affect your treatment include:
One of our expert professionals will carefully evaluate your skin to ensure optimal results from the treatment. The entire microdermabrasion procedure can be performed in several minutes to an hour, depending on the extent of the treatment. A motorized device made up of a burr that contains crystal particles scrapes the outermost skin layer safely and gently until the imperfections are cleared away. After your treatment, you will see tighter, brighter, more youthful skin.
Because microdermabrasion requires no downtime, you can resume your daily routine after your appointment without limitations. You may experience some redness, tingling, and swelling following the treatment, which will resolve within one week. Your skin may be dry and flaky as dead cells fall away.
Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that uses fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. This triggers the body’s natural healing response, which results in the production of new collagen, elastin, and skin cells. It is a versatile treatment that can be customized to address many different concerns, including improving the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars, burst blood vessels, rosacea, large pores, sun damage, and other textural irregularities on the skin.
This treatment works similarly but combines the elements of radiofrequency energy and traditional microneedling. The radiofrequency energy is delivered via the needles to the skin, which helps to stimulate collagen production and offers skin tightening, scar reduction, and wrinkle reduction. The amount of radiofrequency energy used can be adjusted to suit specific skin conditions or areas of the body, and the depth of its application can also be adjusted. The treatment involves a series spaced four to six weeks apart.
Many patients prefer radiofrequency microneedling because it stimulates extra collagen production, which may make the treatment more effective. Some patients find that the results from this kind of treatment are more dramatic and last longer.
You also may need fewer sessions to see results. Ultimately, both treatments can offer brighter, smoother skin with fewer blemishes and lines, so choosing between the two will come down to factors like cost and time.
If you would like to boost the vibrancy of your skin using a safe and effective treatment option, microdermabrasion can refresh your skin. Schedule a consultation today with one of our outstanding skincare experts, and we will start you on your journey toward glowing, youthful skin.
