Dermabrasion is a form of skin resurfacing surgery that requires the use of a wire brush or diamond wheel on your skin that has rough edges. The result of the surgery is the removal of the top of layer of your skin, causing a reduction or complete removal in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars or scars caused by injury. Dermabrasion used on your face can have dramatic effects on your appearance and improve the quality and health of your skin.
Body Areas
You may wonder what areas of the body dermabrasion can treat other than your face. Although your cheek area may be the primary and most common area for dermabrasion treatment, if you suffer from a condition known as rhinophyma (enlarged red bulbous nose) dermabrasion can successfully reduce the redness of the condition as well as the size. Dermabrasion can also help rid you of body acne, which commonly manifests itself on your back area.
Skin Conditions
Generally, dermabrasion is allowed on any area of your body that is rough, acne scarred or is affected by a skin condition that changes the appearance of the skin. Your doctor will determine what areas are the best candidates for dermabrasion.
