Dermabrasion is a process of shaving the skin to reduce the jagged appearence of the skin. It is carried out by peeling the top layer of skin. It is especially applied for reducing the trace left by acne, blemishes and puffy scars. After removing the damaged layer, the fresh and the bright looking skin is provided.


WHO CAN APPLY?

It can be applied to people who have acne on the face, burns or accident traces and also who have completed the development of all healthy individuals.

HOW IS THE SURGERY DONE?

This surgery depending on the width of the region is done by general or local anesthesia. There are two types of dermabrasion. The first is called microdermabrasion procedure which is applied in the office environment. The cream which has the effect of drug is applied into the face and superficial shaving is done with special devices. It is used for wrinkles that are not very deep and to eliminate the damage which is caused by sun on the face. There is no dressing on the face. The other process is done in the operating room by general anesthesia. The patient who has taken local anesthesia can return home on the same day and the patient who has taken general anesthesia can return home on the same or the following day.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER SURGERY?

After the surgery, there can be a mild burning of pain. This situation can be controlled with medicine. If the wound is not on the covered area, do not apply bandages. It can be left by appropriate creams. The wound which is on the dressing area should be closed by a bandage. The wounds’ healing duration takes 5-10 days. A wound is healed with the colour of pink. It becomes pale and gets the normal color within few weeks.