Microdermabrasion, a technology of European origin, is designed to rejuvenate and refresh your skin without the extended recovery periods common to laser and deep chemical peel resurfacing.
Microdermabrasion is a method of mechanically exfoliating the upper layers of non-viable skin cells. Abrasive particle are directed out through a handpiece and at the skin. As the handpiece is gently advanced the abrasive particles are guided out and suctioned back into the machine. This combination of abrasion and suction removes upper layers of dead skin and seems to stimulate lower layers of healthy skin to reproduce.
Each person is an individual with different needs and desires. However, microdermabrasion is reported to:
When combined with a superficial chemical peel the depth of treatment can be extended providing for a more complete treatment.
One of the greatest benefits to microdermabrasion is that there is little to no downtime. Following treatment you will feel relaxed, your face should feel refreshed and you can expect a healthy glow to your skin.
The Chicago Center for Facial Plastic Surgery offers microdermabrasion through True Skin Care Center. If you are on the go and want the maximum improvement in your skin's appearance without the extended recovery period associated with other traditional resurfacing methods, microdermabrasion may be the safe and effective answer for you. We encourage you to contact us for more information.
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