Video:What Is Microdermabrasion?
During microdermabrasion treatment, a spray of tiny crystals removes impurities and imperfections on the skin. Learn more about microdermabrasion and how it can improve skin's appearance.
Transcript:What Is Microdermabrasion?
The Skin's Function
The skin is the largest organ of the body. It serves many important functions, including protecting the body from infection, and regulating body temperature and fluids.Reasons for Microdermabrasion
Despite its resiliency, skin can be damaged by hormonal changes, exposure to environmental elements, and aging. If the appearance and texture of the skin have been affected by these factors, a procedure called microdermabrasion may be of help.What Happens During Microdermabrasion Treatments?
During microdermabrasion treatments, which generally last about one hour, a jet of very tiny crystals is sprayed across the surface of the skin to remove impurities and imperfections. The discarded crystals and debris are simultaneously vacuumed into a receptacle and are later disposed.Pain From Microdermabrasion
Because microdermabrasion allows the controlled removal of the outermost layers of the skin, there is little pain involved and improvement in the skin's appearance can be seen immediately. However, several treatments may be needed to achieve the desired results.Risks of Microdermabrasion
There are several potential complications associated with this procedure that should be discussed with a doctor prior to the procedure.Copyrighted animations provided by Blausen Medical.
