Dermabrasion is the procedure used to scrape off layers of skin in order to rejuvenate the appearance of the skin. The term dermabrasion literally means to use abrasion on the skin which means that the skin is being scraped off. There are different methods of dermabrasion which include the use different techniques and machines. One type of dermabrasion is known as laser dermabrasion. The process of dermabrasion uses a carbon dioxide based laser to perform the procedure. Laser dermabrasion is used to remove layers of skin one by one. One advantage of laser dermabrasion is the ability of the individual to calibrate the laser very precisely. This allows a great amount of control over the process of dermabrasion, something that other methods of dermabrasion may not afford.
Another advantage of the process of laser dermabrasion is the fact that it does not require any significant recovery time. The immense accuracy of the laser dermabrasion process means that only the skin that needs to be removed gets removed. This is a problem when one considers other methods of dermabrasion as these other methods tend to scrape off more skin than is actually required. This leads to the skin being sore and, in effect, injured. Patients will therefore seek some recovery time from work during which they cannot be very productive. With laser dermabrasion the recovery time is reduced because the depth of any damage caused to the skin will be extremely shallow in comparison to other procedures of a similar nature.
With laser dermabrasion, the question really is how much the individual wishes to remove when it comes to layers of the skin. Most people who go in for laser dermabrasion are those who wish to have their skin appear fresh and clear. This type of laser dermabrasion is often referred to as micro dermabrasion. The process is completed in less than an hour and is a good way for individuals who wish to remove blemishes from their skin. There is almost no recovery period needed for laser dermabrasion.
It is difficult to estimate the laser dermabrasion cost without consulting with a doctor. Different areas and localities may have clinics charging differently for the same laser dermabrasion procedure. The laser dermabrasion cost also depends on the amount of skin that is being worked on. The depth to which the dermabrasion procedure is being performed will also affect the laser dermabrasion cost.