Dermabrasion
in Houston, TX
Unveil Smoother Skin
Why Choose Athré Facial Plastics for Dermabrasion?
Your skin deserves the best. When it comes to professional skincare treatments, experience matters. At Athré Facial Plastics, every treatment is personally delivered by Dr. Raghu Athré, a double board-certified plastic surgeon who has received numerous accolades for his expertise and focus on patient care. He offers dermabrasion to address common concerns, revealing new skin that glows with healthy vibrance.
Dermabrasion at a Glance
- Minimizes fine facial wrinkles and other signs of aging
- Excellent modality to treat deep acne scars
- Improves sun damage and uneven skin tone
- Requires minimal downtime
- Treatment typically takes 30-60 minutes
Stimulates Cellular Turnover to Reveal Refreshed Skin
What is dermabrasion?
Dermabrasion is a safe, effective, and highly personalized method of skin rejuvenation using mechanical skin resurfacing. Dr. Athré uses the dermabrasion device to remove the dull outer layer of skin with a precisely controlled abrasion technique. Dr. Athré and his team will discuss your desired outcome and recommend the appropriate dermabrasion method. Ultimately, this treatment stimulates collagen production and cellular turnover, revealing smoother, younger-looking skin.
A Quick In-Office Procedure
What is the dermabrasion procedure like?
During your consultation, Dr. Athré will thoroughly explain the procedure and address any questions you may have. On the day of your treatment, the area will be numbed with local anesthesia or numbing cream for your comfort. Dr. Athré will then carefully use the dermabrasion device to remove the targeted layer of skin. This process prompts cellular turnover to reveal a healthier layer of new skin. The procedure typically takes 30-60 minutes, depending on the treatment area.
Treatments Customized to Your Specific Concerns
What conditions does dermabrasion address?
Dermabrasion is a versatile treatment that effectively addresses a variety of concerns:
- Fine wrinkles and lines
- Acne scars, including ice pick scars
- Enlarged pores
- Facial scars
- Skin discoloration caused by melasma, sun exposure, or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- Age spots
- Rough skin texture
Dr. Athré adjusts the treatment to safely target and address specific areas and types of concerns.
Rejuvenate Your Face, Neck, or Chest
What areas of the body can dermabrasion address?
Dermabrasion is most commonly used on the face, neck, and chest. However, in some cases, it may also be used on the hands. During your consultation, Dr. Athré will discuss if dermabrasion is suitable for your desired treatment area.
Radiate Confidence
Benefits of Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion offers several benefits:
- Improved appearance of fine facial wrinkles
- Reduced visibility of acne scars
- More even skin tone and texture
- Smoother, younger-looking skin
Get Your Glow Back
Am I a candidate for dermabrasion?
Dermabrasion is generally safe for most healthy adults. It is an excellent choice for rejuvenating aging skin, signs of sun damage, and other common concerns. However, during your consultation, Dr. Athré will discuss your medical history and determine if dermabrasion is the right choice for you. Individuals with active acne or cold sores, certain skin conditions, darker skin tones, or those who have undergone recent facial surgery may not be suitable candidates. We specialize in a range of cosmetic procedures to meet the needs of every patient.
Nurturing Your Post-Treatment Skin
Dermabrasion Recovery
Following your dermabrasion procedure, you can expect some redness, swelling, and tenderness in the treated area. These side effects typically subside within a week or two. Dr. Athré will provide detailed aftercare instructions. Avoiding sun exposure and wearing sun protection while the treated skin recovers is very important. Dr. Athré will also provide guidelines on using gentle products and techniques to cleanse and hydrate your skin. Following these instructions optimizes your healing process to achieve the best results.
Ready for Smoother, Younger-Looking Skin?
Dermabrasion Results
You will begin to see a noticeable improvement in the texture and tone of the treated skin within a few weeks after your treatment. Full results can take up to three months to develop as the skin continues to heal and collagen production increases. For the best results, Dr. Athré may recommend a series of dermabrasion treatments spaced several weeks apart. Protecting your skin from sun exposure, adopting healthy lifestyle habits, and following an effective skincare regimen can help to maintain your results.
Dermabrasion
Frequently Asked Questions
Both dermabrasion (physical abrasion) and chemical peels (acid application) remove outer skin layers for rejuvenation. Dermabrasion offers more customized depth control and targets fine lines, wrinkles, and shallow scars. Chemical peels address a wider range of concerns, like deeper wrinkles and sun damage. During your consultation at Athré Facial Plastics, Dr. Athré can recommend the best approach—dermabrasion, chemical peel, or even a combination, to target your specific skin concerns.
Mechanical skin resurfacing can significantly improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, but deeper wrinkles may require additional treatment.
Local anesthesia or a topical numbing medicine is used to minimize discomfort during the procedure.
Potential side effects include temporary redness, swelling, and infection. Scarring is uncommon but possible. Dr. Athré will discuss all potential risks during your consultation. Working with a highly qualified provider like Dr. Athré ensures the safest possible treatment experience.
It's best to avoid makeup for the first 24-48 hours after treatment. Dr. Athré will provide specific instructions on when you can resume wearing makeup.
The cost of dermabrasion varies depending on the treatment area, depth of treatment, and other factors. We will provide you with a personalized quote during your consultation.
Dermabrasion tends to work best on fair skin tones. People whose skin color is darker may be at greater risk of discoloration or scarring from this procedure. Dr. Athré will evaluate your skin color to recommend the safest and most effective skin rejuvenation techniques for your skin type. We offer several alternative procedures that can achieve good results on various skin types, including dark skin.
