MICRODERMABRASION

“I wouldn’t miss my monthly microdermabrasion. Since I’ve started this procedure, I constantly get compliments on my skin."—ND, Alpine

“Microdermabrasion does many things from improving dull or uneven skin color, relieving clogged pores and blackheads, softening general roughness or thickened patches of dead skin such as elbows and upper arms to refining the appearance of fine lines and large pores. The result is skin that feels smooth, clean and rejuvenated, no matter what your skin type." —Dr. Michele Grodberg

IF YOU’RE CONSIDERING MICRODERMABRASION, HERE ARE DR. GRODBERG’S ANSWERS TO A FEW FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

HOW DOES MICRODERMABRASION WORK?

“Microdermabrasion directs a precise stream of very fine crystals onto the skin, loosening the layer of dead skin cells that forms on the surface. At the same time, the exfoliated skin cells and excess crystal powder are vacuumed away to reveal fresh invigorated skin. Typically, only the uppermost layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, is removed, resulting in minimal discomfort and virtually no recuperation. In select cases, however, a more aggressive abrasion may be chosen, and the appropriate aftercare will be discussed.”

DOES IT HURT?

“This procedure gently exfoliates the skin but is not painful and does not require pre-treatment or topical anesthesia.”

HOW OFTEN CAN YOU HAVE IT DONE?

“Although there are immediate benefits after one treatment, we recommend a series of 5 to 6 treatments spaced 2 to 3 weeks apart for best results. This protocol may vary when treating different conditions, such as acne scarring and skin discoloration.”

ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?

“The suctioning action may cause the skin to feel tight and look slightly red, but these conditions subside within a few hours. Although uncommon, some patients may experience streaking of the skin from increased blood flow, which will fade gradually over a day or two. Overall, results can be achieved with little to no downtime.”

MGMD® Maintenance and Care Regimen

Dr. Grodberg emphasizes post-procedure care and develops and reviews with each patient a customized post-procedure protocol.

Dr. Grodberg brings her extensive experience and deep physicians’s knowledge to follow-up care and has designed standard guidelines as a starting point for most common procedures. See our Pre & Post Microdermabrasion Guidelines form to get a general idea of her suggestions.

See below for Dr. Grodberg’s recommendations of products commonly used by patients who get Microdermabrasion. Click on any product to find out more. Our popular MGMD Skin Rejuenation Kit and Alastin Procedure Enhancement Kit both contain many of our most recommended products at a significant savings.