Microdermabrasion For Stretch Mark Removal

Microdermabrasion, like laser stretch mark surgery, is a non-invasive as well as non-chemical method of getting rid of the outermost layer of the skin with dry dead cells. Through the removal of this layer, new skin growth may take place in the areas that were treated.

During the treatment, small crystals like aluminum oxide will be sprayed on to the areas to be treated. The purpose of such application to the skin’s surface is to remove the outermost layer of the skin. Together with this, suction will be applied to get rid of the dead skin as well as crystals from the skin. The force of the suction as well as the amount of suction to be applied can vary since a stronger spray will result to a deeper penetration to the skin’s outermost layer. In the treated areas, new and healthy skin will replace the dead and scarred tissues thus resulting to a healthier skin appearance. Through this, scars and wrinkles will reduce in size as microdermabrasion treatment is done successively.

In the process of stretch mark formation, the collagen and elastin found in the dermis are broken down which cannot return to their normal structure, therefore a stretch mark is formed. During the process, the dermis as well is stretched which makes it appear translucent and thin. Microdermabrasin does not treat stretch marks in the dermal layer, instead it can have excellent healing effects on the epidermal layer with stretched marks.

This treatment works efficiently with fine lines, small wrinkles, as well as scars found on the superficial layer of the skin. Most of the patients will undergo 5 to 12 sessions with 2 to 3 weeks apart. The length of the treatment may even be longer than 12 sessions if the stretch marks are bigger and older. One session may last for 2 hours when talking about stretch mark treatments. Cost for this treatment varies from $75 to $150 per treatment and may need multiple treatments in certain cases.

The risk associated with microdermabrasion may take place during unsterile circumstances or perhaps improper application of the procedure. Patients may be high risk for infections when this happens, especially if the application as well as the vacuum is not sterilized properly. If the machine as well is used improperly, then the patient’s skin can be perforated by the crystals used in the procedure. Although this treatment is regarded as the effective and safe, it is still associated with side effects that made worsen the skin problem of the patient. Therefore, stretch mark removal creams are still your best bet since they are affordable, effective and safe.