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Microdermabrasion Cost

Microdermabrasion is a mini procedure used to rejuvenate skin, lessen the signs of scaring, and remove fine lines and the effects of acne. The top layer of dead skin is removed during treatment, while promoting the production of new cells in the deepest layer of skin. 
 
The skin is sandblasted with aluminum oxide crystals through a wand like device that suctions itself to the skin.  The technician controls the suction and level of the blast, and goggles are worn by the patient to protect the eyes.  Because treatments are relatively painless, anesthesia is generally not administered. Treatments last about 20 to 30 minutes if only the face is being treated and can last up to an hour if the neck and upper chest are included.  Courses of microdermabrasion consist of 4 to 8 treatments at 1 to 2 week intervals.  All treatments can be preformed at the patient doctor's office, salon and spa. Patients typically experience a slight irritation or wind burnt sensation during treatment that can last for a few hours afterward.  In addition, skin usually takes on a pink hue that lasts an average of one day but can last three or more in severe cases. 
 
Almost all patients experience no complications associated with these types of treatments.  With the more powerful, medical grade machines, there is a slight possibility of hyper pigmentation or bleeding and if the machine is improperly sterilized, there is a risk of infection. 
 
Their charges for some of the scar reduction procedures are for Elicina cream it costs $45 to $ 69, Glycolic acid & Salicylic acid $30 to $60, Retinoic acid $100 to $300, plastic sheets $100 to $400, scar subcision or needling costs up to $300 to $500 etc. And for the treatment laser surfacing it costs $1000 to $4000, for deep peels $500 to $3000 and for dermabrasion costs $1000 to $3000.  
 
Microdermabrasion is a cost effective procedure with little down time that may be the outermost layer of skin and is usually used to treat the acne scaring. The national average for 2003 according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) was $176. The cost of treatment is $75 to $200. This fee does not include anesthesia, operating room facilities and other related expenses.  Charges will vary according to region of country and patient needs. These fees are averages only according statistical data provided by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.


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