What is Dermabrasion
What exactly is Dermabrasion? Our medical encyclopedia can get you started in your journey to learn more about this procedure. Continue your research by choosing one of the procedure sections to the left.
Alternate Names for Dermabrasion:
Skin resurfacing
Surgical skin planning
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- What It Is
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Dermabrasion Definition
Alternate Names for Dermabrasion:
Skin resurfacing
Surgical skin planning
Definition
Dermabrasion is used to improve the appearance of the skin. It is done by removing the top layers of skin to promote the growth of new skin.
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