dermabrasion/skin resurfacing
The Dermabrasion procedure involves a motor-driven burr that is used on the skin to remove superficial skin through a process that is similar to sanding. The removal of superficial skin allows healthier skin cells to surface and the results are a smoother texture and tighter skin. Dermabrasion is most often used to improve the look of facial acne scars, or to smooth out fine facial wrinkles, such as those around the mouth.
Fine lines and wrinkles are caused by the deterioration of the connective fibers (collagen and elastin) in the skin. Dermabrasion forces the growth of new tissue in which fibers are more plentiful and better organized. The end result is skin that is smoother and more youthful looking.
Acne scars are very similar to wrinkles in the sense that they are visible because they are lower or deeper than surrounding skin. Light casts shadows into acne scars, making them even more visible. The visibility of the acne scars can be diminished by bringing the scars to the same level as surrounding skin. Their visibility will diminish because shadows will be less obvious. This can be accomplished by lowering the surrounding skin through Dermabrasion.
