DERMABRASION

Getting back to normal
Your new skin will be a bit swollen, sensitive, and bright pink for several weeks. During this time, you can begin gradually resuming your normal activities.

You can expect to be back at work in about 2 weeks. Dr. Parson will probably advise you to avoid any activity that could cause a bump to your face for at least 2 weeks. More active sports - especially ball sports - should be avoided for 4 to 6 weeks. If you swim, stick to indoor pools to avoid sun and wind, and keep your face out of chlorinated water for at least 4 weeks. It will be at least 3 to 4 weeks before you can drink alcohol without experiencing a flush of redness.

Above all, it's important to protect your skin from the sun until the pigment has completely returned to your skin - as long as 6 to 12 months.

Your new look
Refinishing treatments can offer dramatic improvements in the surface of your skin, but it will take some time before you see the final results.

The pinkness of your skin will take about 3 months to fade. In the meantime, you'll probably want to wear non-allergenic makeup when you go out. (For tips on hiding your condition while it heals, Dr. Parson will set up a complementary appointment with his aesthetician.) When your new skin is fully repigmented, the color should closely match the surrounding skin, making the procedure virtually undetectable.

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