What is microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive epidermal treatment that removes the dead and damaged surface layer of skin cells to reveal healthier new skin cells underneath. This stimulates the deeper dermal layer of skin to produce more collagen and elastin, giving the skin a younger, firmer, more supple appearance.
What is the significance of Medical Microdermabrasion form Dermagenesis?
Dermagenesis medical microdermbrasion is a high quality machine designed to deliver even and controlled treatments to the skin. The flow of crystals and the vacuum pressure can be independently varied to allow the procedure to be customised for each person’s skin type and requirements.
Is their any risk of infection form other patients?
No. Dermagenesis microdermabrasion machines utilise the most sophisticated closed canister system with micro filtration. Dermagenesis machines use only fully disposable skin tips. This contrasts significantly with competitor machines that employ diamond hardened exfoliation devices that are reused on clients.
How quickly will I recover from a microdermabrasion?
You can return to work or your normal activities the minute you leave the clinic. If your skin looks reddish, like after a mild sunburn, you can cover it up with some light make-up.
When do Microdermabrasion results become visible?
Generally most patients will see visible improvements in both the look and feel of the skin after their first Dermagenesis treatment. The skin will continue to improve as the initial course is performed.
Will additional maintenance microdermabrasion treatments be helpful?
Yes. It is advisable to schedule regular maintenance treatments to maintain the improvements that you have seen. Generally this will be every 1 to 3 months depending on your skin condition.
Are there any risks involved?
Microdermabrasion is virtually risk-free. Make sure, however, that the operating staff change the disposable pieces before use. Beware of devices that reuse tips from patient to patient. Sterilisation cannot guarantee complete safety!
Are there any contraindications to microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is not recommended to people with undiagnosed lesions, active rosacea or weeping acne, diabetes, auto-immune disorders, fragile capillaries, eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis. Recent laser surgery or Roaccutane acne treatment may also be sound reasons for your technician not to recommend microdermabrasion. Discuss all your concerns with the operator prior to staring treatment.
Is aluminum oxide safe?
Aluminum oxide crystals are perfectly safe and non-toxic if ingested. They don't cause adverse skin reactions and do not cause cancers. During microdermabrasion, your eyes are protected by special eye shields to prevent micro crystals from getting Dermagenesis microdermabrasion machines utilise hand pieces that ensure all the crystals are removed off the skin.