dermabrasion

noun

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

noun

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

n.

1954; see derma + abrasion.

n.

1. A surgical procedure designed to remove skin imperfections, such as scars, by abrading the surface of the skin with fine sandpaper or wire brushes.planing