Question 1

microdermabrasion for pimples. is this the best treatment?

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Acne scars: One important factor is prevent new scars-get your acne under control. Find a dermatologist to tackle that with you. Most treatment to improve the appearance of acne scars use special technology to remodel the skin. The device I use to treat acne scars is called ematrix--see for info: http://www.Smacboca.Com/e-matrix-sublative-rejuvenation.Html
other options are avail including microdermabrasion.

Question 2

could microdermabrasion clear up whiteheads/blackheads?

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Yes: Yes, can improve both since it merely abrades the surface of the skin, releasing the entraped materials.

Question 3

how effectively microdermabrasion work for acne ?

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Not that useful: This is an unpleasant and largely ineffective treatment nowadays. For the acute lesions, if topical benzoyl peroxide 5% 2x/day has not cleared you in two weeks, get with your personal physician for perscription-strength rx. It won't touch any but the most superficial scars; for these you need a specialist with a laser, microsurgery or a filler.

Question 4

how well does microdermabrasion work for acne treatment?

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Scars/ imperfections: Microdermabrasion  can be used to improve the look of acne scars.  It exfoliates outer layers of dead skin. There are newer techniques available that are more popular.  If you are looking for treatment of acne- recommend a visit to your dermatologist.

Question 5

how effective are home microdermabrasion kits for acne pock marks?

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Not great: Exfoliation is always good, but its not going to help that much with acne scarring. To really make a difference you need to look at laser resurfacing.

Question 6

how useful is microdermabrasion on acne scars?

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Not very: It may help small scars. I'm sorry you ended up with these rather than being treated effectively in the first place. If you want them made permanently less visible, get with a dermatologist or plastic surgeon; even deep dermabrasion is giving way to lasers, microsurgery, and fillers that will make the scars less visible. Several hollywood leading men have kept theirs for effect; it's your choice.

Question 7

how effective is microdermabrasion for acne scars?

Accepted Answer

Acne scars: One important factor is prevent new scars-get your acne under control. Find a dermatologist to tackle that with you. Most treatment to improve the appearance of acne scars use special technology to remodel the skin. The device I use to treat acne scars is called ematrix--see for info: http://www.Smacboca.Com/e-matrix-sublative-rejuvenation.Html
other options include laser, microderm, or subscision.

Question 8

is microdermabrasion effective for acne and acne scars?

Accepted Answer

Yes & No: There are two types of acne scars.  Craters and ice-pick.  The ice-pick scar has sharp borders whereas the crater has smoother borders.  Ice-pick variety of scars have to be excised and can be done quite easily with small punch biopsies.  The crater variety can be helped with multiple sessions of microdermabrasion.

Question 9

is microdermabrasion or laser better for acne and blackhead removal?

Accepted Answer

Neither: Acne and blackheads are usually best treated by topical medications or chemical peels.  Blackheads can be extracted in a controlled environment while getting a peel or microdermabrasion.

Question 10

is the only option microdermabrasion if i want to get acne scars removed?

Accepted Answer

Acne scars: One important factor is prevent new scars-get your acne under control. Find a dermatologist to tackle that with you. Most treatment to improve the appearance of acne scars use special technology to remodel the skin. The device I use to treat acne scars is called ematrix--see for info: http://www.Smacboca.Com/e-matrix-sublative-rejuvenation.Html
other options include fractional lasers or subscision.

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