Risks & Complications of Microdermabrasion

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There are not many risks associated with microdermabrasion if you are a "healthy" adult, but enough to mention for those of you with skin or medical conditions. If the medical grade machines are used at high power it carries potential risks of hyperpigmentation, perforation, bleeding, and infection. Infection can also be a risk if the machines are not sterile. Many components of these machines are meant to be sterilized, autoclaved or changed out with a new disposable piece. Any and all pieces that come into contact with your skin should be able to be sterilized or changed out. Furthermore, it was brought up by a doctor in an article on Medscape, that there could be possible harm from the inhalation of the aluminum in the Al2O3 crystals, also known as Corundum.

*Also, you should NOT have a microdermabrasion treatment on the affected area if you have the following:

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Undiagnosed lesions
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Recent herpes outbreaks
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Warts
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Active, weeping acne (stages 3-4)
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Active Rosacea
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Unstable diabetes
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Auto-immune system disorders
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Some patients hyperpigment post-op. Lower pressures are used on follow-up treatments for these individuals.

*source for the immediate above, Medscape Medical Journal (1999)