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Health Encyclopedia: Skin Exfoliation And Resurfacing Treatments

Resurfacing Treatments

Choosing a Resurfacing Approach

There are many choices for skin resurfacing (also called exfoliation), and the patient must consider several different factors that affect the choice. Resurfacing can achieve the following:

Removal of abnormal tissue and rough skin
Stimulation of new skin growth
Stimulation of collagen and elastin production

In addition to determining the skill of the surgeon and the safety of the procedure, the patient must discuss the desired depth of the resurf...

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Expert & Community Posts

At-Home Microdermabrasion Kits

By Sue Chung , Health Expert

...below.Reader's Question: I really want to try an at-home microdermabrasion kit, but I'm... Read more »

At-Home Microdermabrasion Kits

By Sue Chung , Health Expert

...below. Reader's Question: I really want to try an at-home microdermabrasion kit, but I'm... Read more »

Now Is the Time for a Cosmetic Procedure "Bargain"

By healthgal , Health Expert

...the promise of free fillers for a period of time or microdermabrasion every other month for 6... Read more »

Dark Skin is Sensitive Skin

By healthgal , Health Expert

...regimen. Chemical peels with salicylic acid and microdermabrasion may also be good treatments... Read more »

How Do I Get Rid of Stretch Marks?

By Sue Chung , Health Expert

...options you can try if money and time permit. Some microdermabrasion and laser procedures have... Read more »

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Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible disorder of the brain, which leads to the loss of memory, and overall mental and physical function. Eventually it leads to death. Scientists are studying... Read more »

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