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What is microdermabrasion?how it works?

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Dr. Daniel Calloway answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Exfoliation: microdermabrasion is the mechanical removal of the upper layer of dead damaged skin cells known as the Stratum Corneum. Exfoliation of this layer of cells stimulates the production of new, healthy cells.

Answered 6/18/2014

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