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Financing Options Q - What is dermabrasion?
Dermabrasion is a skin resurfacing procedure designed to smooth out and improve the appearance of surface irregularities of the skin including scars, wrinkles, sun damage, and enlarged pores. A mechanical sanding device is used to remove the top layer of skin and partial thickness of the deep layer.
Q - Who is a candidate for dermabrasion?
Men and women who are in good health and seeking an improve in age- or sun-damaged skin, scars, and/or enlarged pores may be good candidates for dermabrasion
Q - What should I expect during a consultation for dermabrasion?
During the consultation for dermabrasion, Dr. Vitenas will go over your complete medical history, take the time to understand your goals, and answer all of your questions. You will see pre-op and post-op photos of previous dermabrasion patients, and computer imaging will be used to help you visualize your own personal results. Dr. Vitenas will discuss reasonable and expected outcomes, and explain the details of the procedure including the technique, the recovery, the risks, the costs, and financing options.
Q - Where is the dermabrasion procedure performed?
Dr. Vitenas performs the dermabrasion procedure at the Day Surgery Center, an outpatient facility at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital that is adjacent to his office.
Q - What type of anesthesia is used for dermabrasion?
Dermabrasion is performed with general anesthesia
Q - How long is the dermabrasion procedure?
Dermabrasion takes about thirty minutes to an hour to perform.
Q - Is dermabrasion a painful procedure?
Patients may experience some aching, burning or tingling after dermabrasion, though discomfort can be managed with medication.
Q - How long is the recovery after dermabrasion?
The recovery after dermabrasion takes about two weeks.
Q - What is the recovery like after dermabrasion?
Patients can expect a recovery time of about two weeks after dermabrasion. Redness and swelling may occur, and the swelling will start to fade within a few days to a week. Patients may have some difficulty talking an eating at first.
Q - When will I be able to return to work after my dermabrasion procedure?
Patients are usually able to return to work after two weeks.
Q - When will I be able to exercise after my dermabrasion procedure?
Patients will need to postpone strenuous activities and exercise for four to six weeks.
Q - What are the risks or possible complications of dermabrasion?
The potential risks or complications associated with dermabrasion may include scarring and hyper or hypopigmentation.
Q - Is it possible to finance my dermabrasion procedure?
There are financing options available for plastic surgery, and Dr. Vitenas will discuss these with you during your initial dermabrasion consultation. You may also visit the following website: http://www.cosmeticfeeplan.com/.
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