dermabrasion

[ dur-muh-brey-zhuhn ]

noun

1. the removal of acne scars, dermal nevi, or the like, by abrading.

dermabrasion

/ ˌdɜːməˈbreɪʒən /

noun

1. a procedure in cosmetic surgery in which rough facial skin is removed by scrubbing

Word History and Origins

Origin of dermabrasion¹

First recorded in 1950–55; derm- + abrasion

Word History and Origins

Origin of dermabrasion¹

C20: from Greek derma skin + abrasion

Example Sentences

Or what about skipping the lasers and trying dermabrasion, with a small skin-grinding tool, or excision with a scalpel, under a local, regional, or general anesthesia?

From Washington Post

At the very least, it means that, served alongside with Instagram ads for dermabrasion or cycling classes, I can soon expect to see smiling influencers with charcoal-stained teeth.

From Slate

Treatment for the condition includes surgery to reshape the nose and can involve a laser, scalpel or dermabrasion.

From Fox News

Answer Man checked with the folks at the Hirshhorn, who said that several statues in the Sculpture Garden received an impromptu dermabrasion.

From Washington Post

But don’t worry: The book’s cutting assessment won’t cause him any more pain than a brisk, full-body dermabrasion.

From New York Times

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