Mechanical Dermabrasion

The Aesthetic Surgery Center

Elliott H. Rose, MD

Plastic Surgeon & Reconstructive Surgeon located in Upper East Side, New York, NY

Getting a truly effective exfoliation can be a challenge if you’re doing it yourself, but professional microdermabrasion at The Aesthetic Surgery Center on the Upper East Side in New York City can give you the ultimate exfoliation experience. Board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Elliott H. Rose, MD, and his team are skilled in mechanical dermabrasion to achieve smoother, more even-toned skin. If you're interested in how dermabrasion from an expert aesthetic team can help you achieve your goals, call The Aesthetic Surgery Center today or request an appointment online.

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What is mechanical dermabrasion?

Mechanical dermabrasion is a skin smoothing procedure that uses a high-speed rotating burr to "sand down" the ridges and elevated areas of hypertrophic burns or traumatic scars. By carefully removing the outer layer of skin, this technique promotes new skin formation, leading to a smoother and more even skin texture.

How does mechanical dermabrasion work?

Mechanical dermabrasion works by physically exfoliating the top layer of the skin, allowing new skin to grow from the surrounding healthy tissue. This process, known as re-epithelization, helps reduce the appearance of scars and other skin irregularities, revealing fresher and more youthful skin underneath.

How does dermabrasion help improve the skin's appearance?

Mechanical dermabrasion can significantly enhance the appearance of your skin by addressing various concerns.

Treats fine facial lines

Dermabrasion effectively smooths out fine facial lines, giving your skin a more youthful and refreshed look.

Improves scar contours

Whether you have acne scars, surgical scars, or scars from injuries, dermabrasion can help smooth and blend these imperfections with the surrounding skin.

Reduces age spots and wrinkles

Age spots and wrinkles can be visibly reduced, giving your skin a more even tone and texture.

Dermabrasion is often combined with treatments like deep Fraxel laser to achieve the best results for extensive areas of raised burn scars or mesh grafting.

What can I expect during dermabrasion treatment?

Understanding what to expect during your dermabrasion treatment can help you prepare and feel more at ease.

Treatment procedure

Dermabrasion is performed as an outpatient procedure. Depending on the extent of the treatment and your pain threshold, local anesthetics or deep sedation will be used to ensure your comfort.

Post-treatment care

After the procedure, the treated areas will be covered with non-adherent gauze for 2-3 days and then left open to air. Once the gauze is removed, you will need to apply Aquafor and moisturizers twice daily. It's normal for the skin to be tender and blotchy for several weeks post-treatment.

Recovery time

It may take about three months for your skin tone and pigmentation to return to normal. During this period, you will notice a gradual improvement in the texture and appearance of your skin.

If you'd like to learn more about mechanical dermabrasion, Call The Aesthetic Surgery Center or request an appointment online today.