Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Dermabrasion.

G J Hruza1

  • 1Saint Louis University School of Medicine, the Laser and Dermatologic Surgery Center, St. Louis, Missouri 63017, USA. ghurza@aol.com

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America
|July 18, 2001
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Dermabrasion is a cost-effective skin resurfacing method for scars and wrinkles, but carries higher infection risks and a steep learning curve compared to laser treatments.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Varicella-zoster and herpes simplex virus reactivation post-COVID-19 vaccination: a review of 40 cases in an International Dermatology Registry.

Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV·2021
Same author

Cold and COVID: recurrent pernio during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The British journal of dermatology·2021
Same author

Selective non-ablative wrinkle reduction by laser.

Archives of facial plastic surgery·2001
Same author

Laser treatment of facial vascular lesions.

Facial plastic surgery : FPS·2001
Same author

Immediate postoperative laser resurfacing improves second intention healing on the nose: 5-year experience.

Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.]·2001
Same author

Lasers in skin resurfacing.

Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery·2001
Same journal

Healing from Within: Biologics in Facial Plastic Surgery.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

The Natural Healing Force Within Each of Us.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

US Food and Drug Administration and Regulation Issues for Biologics: The Sands Are Shifting.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

Direct Injection of Stem Cells and Differentiated Cells: European Experience and Dubai Perspective.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

A New Frontier of Cosmetic Technology: Modified mRNA for Personalized Applications.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

Photobiomodulation and Biological Pathways in Skin Regeneration and Rejuvenation: Light and Biological Activation of Skin Improvement.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
See all related articles

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Cosmetic Surgery

Background:

  • Dermabrasion is a traditional skin resurfacing procedure.
  • It is used for treating scars, wrinkles, and photodamage.
  • It has a known safety profile and moderate efficacy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare dermabrasion with other resurfacing techniques.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of dermabrasion.
  • To assess the learning curve and predictability of dermabrasion outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review comparing dermabrasion with laser resurfacing and chemical peels.
  • Analysis of safety profiles, including risks of bloodborne pathogens.
  • Evaluation of learning curves and outcome predictability based on user experience.

Related Experiment Videos

Main Results:

  • Dermabrasion presents a higher risk of bloodborne pathogen transmission to operators.
  • The learning curve for dermabrasion is steeper than for laser resurfacing or chemical peels.
  • Expertly performed dermabrasion can yield results comparable to laser resurfacing, but outcomes are less predictable with infrequent users.

Conclusions:

  • Dermabrasion remains a viable, cost-effective option for specific skin concerns.
  • Operator expertise significantly influences dermabrasion outcomes and predictability.
  • Alternative resurfacing techniques may offer a more predictable learning curve and safety profile.