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Dermatology
> Cosmetic
Procedures > MicroDermabrasion
The Diamond Tome skin resurfacing system
uses a unique diamond chip wand to polish
the top most layer of the skin. They contain
natural diamond chips and vacuum dead skin
cells in a safe and controlled manner.
Microdermabrasion is a skin care procedure that is
particularly helpful for problems such as uneven skin
pigmentation and rough skin texture. This is often
advertised in the media as a "lunchtime peel." The procedure
uses a device that sprays a fine stream of microcrystals
against the skin, which exfoliates it or removes the outer
dead skin layer. This increases the rate at which the skin
cells are renewed and increases the thickness of the deeper
layer of the skin.
A microdermabrasion session takes approximately 20-30
minutes for the face. Other common areas treated are the
neck and arms. There is no downtime, as the treatment does
not remove living skin. You may have some mild redness that
can last a few hours or a day. Make-up can be applied
immediately afterward.
Prior to starting the microdermabrasion treatments for the
first time, a glycolic acid solution is used at home for 2
weeks. A necessary component of microdermabrasion is a good
skin care regimen involving the glycolic acid solution and
sunblock. Other treatments that are useful include topical
Vitamin C and Renova. Consistent use of the skin care
regimen adds greatly to the result.
Maximum improvement of the skin using any conservative skin
treatment such as microdermabrasion may take a year or more,
although an immediate improvement in skin texture can be
noticed. Both men and women are common candidates for
microdermabrasion.
Skin Benefits
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Exfoliates and removes dead skin cells
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Smoothes and improves skin texture and
color
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Gives skin a luminous glow
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Improves appearance of wrinkles
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Stimulates collagen production
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Promotes the growth of healthy new cells
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Ideal as a quick skin pick-me-up
Ideal skin conditions to
treat
Ned Snyder IV, MD
/ Plastic Surgery
Renee
Snyder, MD / Dermatology
901 West
38th Street, Suite 410
Austin,
Texas 78705
Phone:
512-533-9900
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