As a diplomat of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, Monica Gavin, M.D., is always searching for the most innovative and effective ways to address her patient’s needs. Whether it is by helping them prepare for the future, or by fighting the skin problems they are facing today, if Dr. Gavin is excited about a a new technique or technology, chances are you will find it at the Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
While most medical spas are still using microdermabrasion to exfoliate the skin and leave it glowing, Dr. Gavin has already introduced her patients to vibradermabrasion. The new procedure, she says, is now more preferred by her patients and has proven to be more effective in clearing the skin than microdermabrasion.
Instead of using the crystal and suction method of microdermabrasion, which can damage the skin and cause bruising or capillaries to break, vibradermabrasion uses vibrating paddles coated with fixed abrasives so that no excess particles are flying around. And, the paddles that are used come in varying sizes, ensuring that all the areas of the face can be covered quickly, with the precise attention they deserve. Dr. Gavin insists that this is a wonderful way to exfoliate the skin and increase new collagen production. It is also a less abrasive way for acne patients to exfoliate their skin.
If you have had microdermabrasion treatments in the past, you know that protective eyewear must be worn by both you and your doctor so that the particles that break lose don’t harm your eyes. And, you may even have found leftover crystal particles on your skin in the days following the procedure which can be bothersome and irritating to the skin.
With vibradermabrasions, however, no eye protection is necessary. Because only the vibrations of the paddles are being used to buff away the top layer of the skin, and not crystals, your doctor will be able to address the fine lines and wrinkles that surround the eye. Being able to successfully treat this area with a dermabrasion approach has never been done before. Overall, it keeps your skin looking as healthy and glowing as possible.
The treatment can also be used on other areas of the body plagued by rough skin like the neck, hands, feet and back. A vibradermabrasion session takes approximately 45 minutes to complete, and will cost you about 15% more then microdermabrasion. But, unlike a microdermabrasion treatment, you will see little redness or irritation on your face, allowing you to return to your normal daily activities immediately.
The information in the article is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your healthcare provider. We encourage you to discuss any decisions about treatment or care with an appropriate healthcare provider.
