Microdermabrasion.
BACKGROUND
Microdermabrasion has become one of the most popular forms of superficial resurfacing. The benefits and efficacy of microdermabrasion remain an intensely debated topic among dermatologic surgeons.


OBJECTIVE
This article reviews the efficacy, safety, epidermal barrier function, histopathologic effects, complications, advantages, and disadvantages of microdermabrasion.


CONCLUSIONS
In general, microdermabrasion studies have been conducted in small groups of patients. Protocols, units, and settings have differed. There remains a major disparity between the popularity of microdermabrasion in the public sector and cohesive and comprehensive scientific data documenting the efficacy of the procedure.
Grimes
Pearl E
PE
Vitiligo and Pigmentation Institute of Southern California, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California-Los Angeles, CA, USA. andpegrimesmd@earthlink.net
D000537:Aluminum Oxide; D000075202:Contraindications; D003869:Dermabrasion / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D012060:Rejuvenation; D012867:Skin / Q000473:pathology; D012965:Sodium Chloride; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D012965:Sodium Chloride; D000537:Aluminum Oxide