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Mechanical abrasion

mechanical abrasion --> dermabrasion

(Science: procedure, surgery) A surgical procedure which involves the controlled abrasion of the upper layers of the skin to smoothen the skin and remove wrinkles, small scars or foreign bodies (tattoos).


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