dermabrasion

Dermabrasion – Synonyms & Principle

synonyms: medical abrasion, skin surface abrasion, skin surface renewal, resurfacing

principle: Removal of the superficial layer of skin to reduce wrinkles (especially around the mouth)

is often combined with…

• hyaluronic acid
• blood plasma
• facelift, etc.

efficiency

The superficial layer of skin is removed very precisely – until small bleeding occurs. A new, finer, fresher skin surface is formed, which looks younger and refreshed.

Deeper wrinkles with a lack of volume must be additionally filled with hyaluronic acid.

Botox can also reduce fine wrinkles around the mouth

treatment duration

A dermabrasion lasts on average 45 minutes

repetition of the treatment

The removal of the superficial layer of skin is essentially permanent. Of course, the surface area of the skin can increase again as we get older.

Then a repetition can also be useful.

However, it makes more sense to supplement in other areas – moisture, volume, etc.

Application in which body region

Wrinkles around the mouth = goatee region

alternatives

• Laser (but be careful: pigment changes! - but this can happen with any removal technique - even with dermabrasion or peeling - sun protection in the year after the treatment (especially the first few weeks after) is important!!)
• peeling
• jet plasma

Should I have dermabrasion do it at all? – Sometimes it is better not to do something at all.

Good advice highlights all the advantages and disadvantages of a treatment – and thus helps you make the right decision.

The region around the mouth is often a combination regionThis means that one treatment method alone is never effective. Therefore, sometimes several methods have to be combined for greater effect and naturalness.

often as part of an operation, e.g. together with a facelift: Dermabrasion is of course also possible as a standalone treatment under local anesthesia.

However, a downtime of at least 10 days must always be planned

Dermabrasion is therefore often combined with an operation under general anaesthetic. For example, with a facelift, you will be out of action for at least 10 days anyway, so dermabrasion is a good fit.

After treatment, it is advisable to protect the fresh wound from germs and air. This is best done with a hydrocoloid dressing, which is applied at the end of the operation. This should be worn for the first few days after dermabrasion. Eating and drinking, brushing teeth, etc. are made more difficult.

After a few days, the bandage can be removed and a nourishing skin cream should be applied several times a day.

Here we can recommend our TBS No 11 Sensitive Skin

After dermabrasion, sun protection (at least SPF 30 or more) is extremely important. Especially in the first few weeks after surgery, but basically throughout the first year after treatment, the new skin surface is extremely sensitive to UV light. Without protection, pigment changes - even permanent ones - can quickly occur.

The sunscreen should have at least SPF 30 and be used consistently.

What should you have heard/read before dermabrasion?

Pigment change: There is a certain risk with all methods of removal and skin resurfacing. In my experience, however, the risk with dermabrasion is very easy to calculate - but still use sun protection!!

Downtime & Bandage: A downtime of a good week should be planned - this is why dermabrasion goes well with an operation such as a facelift, since 1-2 weeks of downtime should be planned anyway and the treatment is in the same region. The hydrocolloid dressing (covers the wound, keeps it moist and promotes wound healing and reduces pain in the wound area) definitely prevents you from being able to socialize in the first few days. It also limits mobility in the mouth area. Plan on softer food in the first few days after dermabrasion!

Prejudices

Dermabrasion – never heard about in the media, so it can’t help much: not true…

facts

The fact is that dermabrasion is a classic in skin surface renewal and treatment of burn scars, for example. No company is particularly interested in marketing it, as dermabrasion devices are relatively cheap and companies cannot really make much money from them.

most common possible side effects/complications

• pigment change
• scarring
• pos. supplements in the direction of volume & moisture (hyaluronic acid) or relaxation (Botox) useful and necessary

details Information on possible complications can be found in the information documents

In summary, good preparation (information, explanation, preliminary examinations, problem analysis, etc.) and the surgeon's experience with the technique are important for the success of dermabrasion

You should avoid…

• Sun exposure after treatment/surgery
• removing the hydrocolloid dressing too early – If air gets to the exposed, treated skin surface, it hurts. The bandage should therefore be left on for a few days (even if it is not comfortable). After that, wound care begins with a moisturizing cream (e.g. The Beauty Secret N°11 by Durnig Aesthetics) and, if exposed to the sun, sun protection is also recommended!!

anesthesia

Possible anesthesiaforms for dermabrasion

• Local anesthesia
• twilight sleep
• general anesthesia

the operation

Deadlines must be met in Austria (surgical information and anesthesia information) – this results in a waiting period of at least 3-4 weeks from the decision to undergo dermabrasion, but often longer.

Important!: herpes prophylaxis if they suffer from recurring herpes infections in the lip area.

at least a week Plan for downtime, during this time one is normally not sociable.

the operation

rest for 2 weeks in the sense of:

• no strenuous, jerky movements
• don't work headfirst

dirt prophylase – do not go into a chlorine pool etc., do not stay in a dirty, germ-contaminated environment

sun protection (for one year) but especially in the first weeks after dermabrasion

If you suspect a herpes infection – start herpes therapy immediately!

our preferred technique/recommendation

• Dermabrasion as the first choice for deeper wrinkles around the mouth
• hydrocolloid dressing for a few days
• then TBS N°11 + sunscreen!
• Anesthesia: Local anesthesia or twilight sleep if combined with facelift

Cost

approx. 2500 dermabrasion in LA or as a supplement to a facelift

any costs incurred for anesthesia information

400 overnight stay at the clinic with a nurse/450 if staying overnight from Friday to Saturday – if necessary or useful – dermabrasion alone is usually not necessary

100 Costs for day admission to the clinic (if no overnight stay is planned) – if necessary and reasonable

The prices listed are average values and could be cheaper or more expensive. The final total price will be determined during the second consultation (=consent) depending on the individual effort/planned operation time, combinations, desired clinic/room category and other factors.

reasonable budget

A final cost estimate is only possible and meaningful after a detailed on-site inspection and clarification of individual wishes.

downtime

In general, 1-2 weeks of rest be taken into account – this means specifically:

• protect the facial area
• no jerky movements
• do not perform any activities overhead

Important to know…

• Dermabrasion is very often a perfect addition to a facelift – very easy to combine!
• Sun protection cannot be mentioned often enough!
  

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