Dermabrasion · GIA Clinics Vijayawada

Dermabrasion in Vijayawada

Dermabrasion is a skin resurfacing treatment that gently removes the top layers of skin in a controlled way, so smoother skin grows back. It is used for acne scars, other scars and uneven texture. At GIA Clinics in Vijayawada it is planned by Dr Sai Santosh, an oral and cranio-maxillofacial surgeon, at both our Gunadala and Gurunanak Colony clinics.

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★★★★★
1,248 reviews, both clinics
Dr Sai SantoshMDS (OMFS) · 14 years
Who does it
Dr Sai SantoshOral & maxillofacial surgeon
Visits
2 to 3Assessment, treatment and healing reviews
Total time
Weeks to healSkin usually heals in 1 to 2 weeks; redness can last longer
Comfort
Local anaesthesiaSedation may be suggested for larger areas
Sun care
EssentialNew skin is sensitive to the sun for several months
Is it right for you

Who it suits.

Your first visit answers this properly, with an examination and, where needed, a scan, before you commit to anything.

Usually suits you if

  • Acne scars with uneven or rough texture
  • Surgical or injury scars with raised or uneven edges
  • Uneven skin surface on parts of the face
  • People willing to follow careful aftercare and sun protection

Tell us first if

  • You have used isotretinoin for acne in the last year
  • You tend to form keloids, or have had darkening of the skin after injury
  • You have active acne, cold sores or a skin infection
  • You cannot avoid strong sun exposure during healing
What happens, step by step

From first visit to aftercare.

  1. Skin assessment

    Dr Sai Santosh looks at your scars, skin type and history and explains what can change.

    Visit 1

  2. Preparation

    Skin care before treatment may be advised, and photos are taken.

    Before treatment

  3. Treatment

    The area is numbed and the top skin layers are smoothed with a fine rotating instrument.

    Treatment day

  4. Dressing & aftercare

    Ointment and dressings protect the skin while it heals.

    First 1 to 2 weeks

  5. Review

    Healing, colour and texture are checked.

    1 to 4 weeks after
Dr Sai Santosh
Your surgeon

Dr Sai Santosh

Chief Oral & Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgeon, 14 years of practice. At both GIA clinics, 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

  • DegreeMDS, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, M R Ambedkar Dental College, Bengaluru
  • FellowshipCranio-maxillofacial surgery, Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore
  • ImplantsNobel Biocare certification (2016); cortical implantology
  • HairMasters course in Hair Transplantation (IGBAMS / ILAMED)
  • AwardsDr Anuradha Navaneetham Award for best outgoing postgraduate; AOMSI Karnataka award for highest theory marks, RGUHS 2018
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Patients at GIA

In their words.

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1,248 Google reviews
across both clinics
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"Best clinic in Vijayawada for skin treatment. They took care of my problem with a very good process and treatment."
Raja Sekhar ReddyGoogle · Face
Where

At both clinics.

GIA Clinics Gunadala★ 5.0 · 874 reviews
Near Hyatt Place

Gunadala

Address
Near Hyatt Place, Zion High School Road, 3rd Street, Gunadala, Vijayawada 520004
Doctors
Dr Sai Santosh
Phone
090772 93949
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GIA Clinics Gurunanak Colony★ 5.0 · 374 reviews
Club Road, Funtimes

Gurunanak Colony

Address
Funtimes, Club Road, opposite Red Box Restaurant, New Postal Colony-2, RTC Colony, Vijayawada 520010
Doctors
Dr Sai Santosh
Phone
092814 93949
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Questions

Common questions.

Answers to be checked by the doctor

How long will my skin stay red?

The skin usually heals in one to two weeks, but pinkness often lasts several weeks and can take a few months to fade fully. It varies with skin type.

Is dermabrasion suitable for darker skin?

It can be used, but darker skin has a higher risk of patches of light or dark colour. Dr Sai Santosh will assess this and may suggest a gentler approach.

How many sessions will I need?

Many people need one treatment, though deeper scars sometimes need a second session after the skin has fully healed.

Will it remove my scars completely?

No. Dermabrasion usually softens scars and improves texture, but it does not erase them.

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Scar revision →Face contouring →Mole & wart removal →

Book a visit.

Call or WhatsApp the clinic nearer to you. The front desk confirms a time with you directly.

GunadalaNear Hyatt Place · 090772 93949
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Gurunanak ColonyClub Road, Funtimes · 092814 93949
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