The use of microdermabrasion for acne: a pilot study.
BACKGROUND
Microdermabrasion is a superficial peeling modality that has become quite popular with our patients and the media.


OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the use of microdermabrasion in patients with acne.


METHODS
Twenty-five patients with grade II-III acne were enrolled into this pilot study. All patients were under dermatologic care and were maintained on their acne medications throughout the study. Patients received eight microdermabrasion treatments at weekly intervals. The results were documented with before and after photographs and evaluated for clinical improvement.


RESULTS
Twenty-four patients completed the study with 38% (9/24) having excellent results, 34% (8/24) with good results, 17% (4/24) with fair results, and 12% (3/24) with poor results. Ninety-six percent (23/24) of patients were pleased with their peel results and would recommend this procedure to others.


CONCLUSIONS
The use of microdermabrasion in this pilot study appeared to produce a positive effect on the improvement of acne.
Lloyd
J R
JR
Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine, Youngstown, Ohio, USA. jrl2@neoucom.edu
D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D003869:Dermabrasion; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010865:Pilot Projects