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When you arrive to your consultation, you will be greeted by our patient coordinator and asked to fill out a brief form regarding your skin. It will cover topics such as your skin type, current medications, allergies or sensitivities, past skin treatment history, and your current skincare regimen.
Then you will meet with me for a full skin evaluation. We will discuss your skincare concerns, current regimen and your goals. We will then determine whether or not you are a good candidate for microdermabrasion. Microdermabrasion is often a good choice for those with minimal to moderate aging changes, rough texture, lines, blotchy skin tones, or minimal acne scarring, for those who want improvements in the way their skin looks and feels but do not want a more invasive treatment or those who have a busy schedule that does not allow for down time, and for those want to maintain their skin after having a surgical and laser procedure.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions. We want you to have all the information you need to make an educated decision. Once the evaluation is completed, if microdermabrasion is not an appropriate treatment option for you, other treatment alternatives may be recommended instead.
If it is determined that you are a good candidate for microdermabrasion, we will review the benefits, risks, expected out-come and contra-indications. Should you decide to move forward, we will create a treatment plan. The plan will include the number of treatments anticipated and how far apart you should schedule each treatment. You will also leave with a formal, written cost quotation.
We will also discuss your current at home skincare regimen, if you have one. We will look at which ones will enhance your results and which ones we may want to discontinue. Maximum results are obtained by consistently and simultaneously participating in an at-home medical grade skincare program.
What To Expect During Your Microdermabrasion Treatment:
Your appointment will last 35-45 minutes. We will begin by reviewing the condition of your skin, any changes since your consultation and your at-home skincare program if you have already begun one.
We will begin treatment by cleansing your face. I will then physically exfoliate your skin with the diamond-tome wand. As we progress further into your treatment plan, we may increase the abrasiveness of the exfoliating tip as your skin dictates. This is followed by a glycolic application. You can expect some light tingling for 1-2 minutes. Then we finally reach everyone’s favorite part…the soothing oxygen-nutrient facial mist! The treatment ends with an application of Dr. Castillo’s premier line of medical grade skincare products and mini-facial massage. You will leave the office feeling relaxing, refreshing and ready to face the world!
Depending on your treatment plan, you are likely to schedule the first 3-6 treatments 2 weeks apart if this is your first experience with microdermabrasion. Our maintenance or monthly club members are more likely to seek treatment every 4-6 weeks.
Working as a team is the best way to support your results. I am available to answer questions, deliver information and education as it pertains to your goals. I will routinely review and evaluate your treatment plan and perform effective, thorough in-office treatments. Keeping your regularly scheduled appointments, consistently following an at-home skincare product regimen and limiting unprotected sun exposure will assure that we are both investing in the same goal of obtaining the best outcome possible.
Does It Hurt?
The old saying “no pain, no gain” does NOT apply here. There is no pain involved in Diamond -tip type microdermabrasion. You can feel a slight tugging of the skin due to suction, with abrasiveness similar to a buff puff. You can feel a light tingle during the glycolic application and just might fall asleep during the mini facial massage.
What To Expect After Your Microdermabrasion Treatment:
There is no-downtime after microdermabrasion. You will immediately notice that your skin feels smoother and looks refreshed. You may experience slight flushing of the skin for 10-30 minutes post treatment. As we increase the level of abrasiveness in future appointments, it can occasionally result in small cat-like scratches that will resolve quickly. Microdermabrasion is a quantitative procedure. This means you will see more results after each treatment.
You can apply make-up and carry-out all of your normal activities immediately following your treatment. Microdermabrasion, like any exfoliating treatment will make your skin more sun sensitive for a few weeks. Be sure to apply the recommended medical-grade, broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen daily.
Roxanne Grace Hammond
Skincare & Laser Specialist
G. D. Castillo, M.D.
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During this camouflage appointment, you also learn how to prevent future sun damage and how to properly maintain your new radiant, smooth skin in the short term and in the long term. It will be imperative that you avoid sun exposure for the next 6 months, as your skin will be very sun sensitive. This means we recommend you always use a wide-brim hat, UV protective sunglasses and apply Castillo MD Skin Science Physical Defense, Prime Defense or Sun Defense sunscreen when going outside or traveling in your vehicle. When applying sunscreen, apply one layer, let it dry, then apply an additional layer before going out.
