Over the years, many people have wrinkles, wrinkles, acne and other defects on their faces, which are extremely difficult to cope with using conventional creams and formulations at home. One of the common clinical procedures that help to achieve the desired effect is dermabrasion. Reviews about it are mostly positive: many are satisfied with the results.
What it is?
Such defects can appear for various reasons - both as a result of operations, and naturally. Dermabrasion of the skin is a method by which the epidermis is restored and updated in a clinical setting. The patient is removed the upper dead layer of tissue, after which collagen fibers are produced and new cells are formed, more elastic. This is dermabrasion. Reviews about the procedure depend on its type. So, it can be:
- laser;
- mechanical;
- microcrystalline.
Below we will consider all the features of each of the ways to complete this procedure.
With a laser
This type of skin cleansing helps to remove fibrous tissue and removes scars that often remain after getting rid of scars. Laser dermabrasion is used if you need to remove freckles and traces after surgery.
Before starting the procedure, the site is sterilized, after which the patient is given local anesthesia. Then, using a special apparatus, the doctor performs
laser resurfacing of scars or other defects. At the end of the procedure, the skin should be treated with an antiseptic solution.
The procedure is repeated within the same course of about 2-5 times. Only then laser resurfacing of scars will be effective. Full recovery takes about 4-5 weeks, but a few months later the patient will have to protect himself from direct sunlight. If the summer is hot, you should use special creams for protection.
Mechanical cleaning method
This method, in contrast to the laser, is more gentle. Such dermabrasion, reviews of which can also be found completely different, provides for almost complete removal of the upper layer of the dermis. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia.
The skin is sanded with special devices in rotational movements. In order to consolidate the result, the procedure should be performed three times with interruptions of three to four months.
At the end of the course, the face becomes more elastic and clean, there are no deep scars and wrinkles. A few weeks after it, the patient may wash himself with a gentle soap, but redness may remain for several months.
Such resurfacing is carried out only in a clinical setting, while a prerequisite for its implementation is to apply a sterile dressing to the face.
Microcrystalline method
This method of cleaning and polishing the skin differs from the two previous ones in that it can be done at home, and not just in the clinic. The first signs of aging, small wrinkles - all these are indications for such a procedure as dermabrasion. Reviews about its microcrystalline method are different, it all depends on how much the patient was ready for it.
It is worth noting that such a procedure is not suitable for all skin types, so you need to consult with a specialist before carrying it out. Allergies can occur not only on hardware, but also on soothing creams, which are applied to the face after its completion.
Most often, microcrystalline cleaning is carried out using a diamond type apparatus. Diamond chips quickly and gently remove keratinized particles from the surface of the skin, as well as scars, unwanted spots and wrinkles.
About a week before the procedure, you need to stop using creams based on hydroacids and retinol.
Features of Diamond Peeling
This method relates to the most gentle. However, diamond dermabrasion is a fairly effective method of cleansing the skin. In its course, the skin lends itself to micro-polishing, its upper layer is cleaned of impurities and dead cells.
The procedure is carried out in a clinical setting using a special apparatus equipped with nozzles that have different sizes, shapes and degrees of abrasion. The strength of the effect on the skin is selected each time individually. It all depends on the problem that bothers the patient, and the features of the relief of his skin.
Each nozzle includes an abrasive composition consisting of diamond dust having a different grain size.
The method of the procedure
Diamond dermabrasion is performed by a device with a small hood. Due to this, epidermal particles that exfoliate during grinding are drawn into the nozzle, and the pores are not clogged. A vacuum is used for processing, it significantly reduces the possibility of edema, stimulates blood circulation and improves metabolic processes. All this in general activates regenerative movements, and the skin gradually begins to regenerate.
To begin with, the face is cleaned of cosmetics and treated with an antiseptic. Hair should be covered with a hat. Then the skin is heated to keratinized cells are better exfoliated.
Only the upper layer of the epidermis is affected during the procedure, there are no nerve endings in it, therefore, the patient does not feel pain. But it happens that the skin is too sensitive, then local painkillers are used.
When is dermabrasion indicated?
This procedure can be prescribed in the following cases:
- scars after acne;
- wrinkles of various kinds;
- pigmentation;
- sagging skin and a decrease in its tone;
- the need to reduce tattoos, moles, freckles;
- the presence of slag and coal dust in the skin.
Most often, women over 40 resort to the procedure in order to get rid of wrinkles, as well as those who want to remove too noticeable traces of operations.
Contraindications and disadvantages
Dermabrasion has a number of contraindications. For example, it cannot be carried out if the patient is diagnosed with tuberculosis, diabetes mellitus or cancer. It is also forbidden to refer to the procedure in cases where the skin has a tendency to keloid formations, and also on it there are rashes, ulcers, herpes and other manifestations. Mechanical dermabrasion cannot be done during pregnancy and lactation.
Now about the shortcomings. According to reviews, not in all cases the procedure is painless. In addition, sometimes it can cause dermatitis and various complications. The rehabilitation period after dermabrasion is quite long, and there is a need to constantly be observed by a doctor.
Benefits
However, along with the disadvantages, dermabrasion also has positive aspects. According to satisfied patients, this procedure is simple and effective, it can be used to solve many problems associated with age-related skin changes without surgical intervention. This is the key advantage of a method called dermabrasion.
Reviews about this method of cleaning, as we already mentioned, and as you may have noticed, there are different. Many say that the procedure is useless and does not help. Others assure that after it the skin is renewed, its quality changes, and the patients themselves look younger than their years. But almost everyone notes the discomfort during the session.
By the way, skin resurfacing can be shown even to children - in cases where the dermis is injured. Patients write that even one course of treatment can help get rid of ugly scars on the face.
Cost
How much does a procedure like dermabrasion cost? The price depends on the clinic, specialist qualifications and the method of its implementation.
On average, in Moscow it ranges from 1,000 to 10,000 rubles.
But choosing the cheapest offer is not recommended. It is better to go around several clinics, get the advice of a dermatologist, determine which option is most suitable in your case, and only then substitute your face under the specialist’s apparatus.