Is the diamond tip less likely to cause damage with proper use. I have heard a lot of horror stories with the PMD which doesn't have a diamond tip.
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Whatever method you use can cause damage. It's a matter of using it in away compatible with your skin. For me, I can use the diamond tip that comes with the unit at full suction without any damage. On the lowest setting, it would probably be ok for all but the most delicate skin. Once a week, I do a Strivectin peel, then use the appliance all over my face, except for the skin under my eyes and my eyelids. I make two passes over everything, following the paths described in the instruction book, on the highest setting. The combination of the two sites a decent job of keeping dead skin from accumulating and gives you a fresh look, but if you have dark spots, acne scars or want to address more significant issues, you'll need something stronger than this. I am 44, and have some spots of hyperpigmentation from old acne and some shallow relief scars, and my regimin really does not do anything to address those issues.
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I'm not certain but I have never had an issue with damage and there are 4 levels of depth to choose from.
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It is best to start at the lowest setting so that you can see the results that you get. Perhaps you can use the lower setting then wait a few days the first time. Then use the same setting every other day or every couple of days. As time passes, if you are okay with the results, you can go up slowly to a higher setting. Remember, this is not as strong as a professional one. If you get to the point where you want higher settings you can use this one for travel and then purchase the professional one for home: MicrodermMD by Trophy Skin - Microdermabrasion Machine for Personal Use. Spa Grade Diamond Dermabrasion System with Pore Vacuum Extraction for Facial Renewal, Exfoliation, Acne, Scars & Wrinkles. It is best to start at the lowest setting so that you can see the results that you get. Perhaps you can use the lower setting then wait a few days the first time. Then use the same setting every other day or every couple of days. As time passes, if you are okay with the results, you can go up slowly to a higher setting. Remember, this is not as strong as a professional one. If you get to the point where you want higher settings you can use this one for travel and then purchase the professional one for home: MicrodermMD by Trophy Skin -... » Read More It is best to start at the lowest setting so that you can see the results that you get. Perhaps you can use the lower setting then wait a few days the first time. Then use the same setting every other day or every couple of days. As time passes, if you are okay with the results, you can go up slowly to a higher setting. Remember, this is not as strong as a professional one. If you get to the point where you want higher settings you can use this one for travel and then purchase the professional one for home: MicrodermMD by Trophy Skin - Microdermabrasion Machine for Personal Use. Spa Grade Diamond Dermabrasion System with Pore Vacuum Extraction for Facial Renewal, Exfoliation, Acne, Scars & Wrinkles. « Show Less
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I would stop using it immediately and return it. It sounds like this is defective. The diamond tip on any level of suction should never scratch any area you are working on.
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Hubby says that all the diamond tipped ones can be used on stone or glass. ( the granular embedded ones).Hope that can help you!! :.))
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I use a diamond machining technology (DMT) sharpener--fine + medium surfaces. Actually, I use only the fine and amazingly enough that seems sufficient. The one I have no longer appears to be listed on Amazon, but I would think any fine DMT sharpener would be OK--they're relatively inexpensive. The closest I can come to what I have isDMT D4F 4-Inch Dia-Sharp Continuous Diamond Sharpener Fine
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Probably to late to help (just saw this on in my mail).Dorman has a limited warranty on pmd's.Call toll free customer service #. Have receipt information ready.
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My wife is using it for weeks and has no problem at all. Easy to handle and no overheating. If you are having troubles with the tip, it could be the temperature control set too high or quality control failed. Good luck.
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The tips are HARD plastic with NO GIVE & the 3 textured tips are SHARP enough to break the skin. ESPECIALLY the "spiked" one, which is painfully sharp by itself & DANGEROUSLY sharp when in use & vibrating. So, buyers BEWARE!Before using in a sensitive place, I'd advise consumers to test the various tips out on a non-sensitive area of their body FIRST.Potential users with thin or delicate skin be particularly careful!BY the way, the previous answer stating that the tips are crafted of "silicone" is WAY off base.
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My husband says it won't harm the diamond rod and should not harm the carbide but it could possibly damage the ceramic slot, not 100% on that. He never used any oil with his.
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I haven't had a problem, but in using other brands I've learned not to drag the tip across the screen and to treat tips with some care as they are pretty delicate and if they're not, they are too hard. These have been working well for me so far.
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I never heard of that. The warranty comes with the product. You can buy this bow at several retailers, so I don't see the difference. The card said nothing about it. I suppose you could email Diamond to check, but I would not worry about it.
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Hello, HG, I have to admit I have twice now used the blacklight flashlight at night just to look for pet urine and I haven't been wearing protective UV glasses. I just had a long discussion about this with my spouse who was a scientist and who told me that for my small use of that flashlight there is very little likelihood of my having any damage to my eyes; however, "little likelihood" is not a comforting thought to me and so I think I will acquire a pair of those glasses. I don't like to take chances with my eyes. Thank you for mentioning this possible problem.
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I would assume so - artificial diamonds are structurally as tough as real ones, and the cleaning action is from the agitation of the water molecules and micro-particles of dirt. The crystal itself wouldn't 'feel' anything unusual. I would check with a jeweler though, to be absolutely sure.
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its pretty normal, I mean you have a metal on metal contact to drive the nail.... how would a spark be abnormal? I get sparks off when using a hammer, so its nothing I would worry about.
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No, on diamond taper point. There is a grinding stone not sure which one. The diamond tip, I think is part of the etching kit.
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Youll find that tip wears till its end. Another possibility is excesive dry of the element but It shouldnt happen since you keep it close and away from direct light. Use as much as you want in order to feel confortable while playing. This is a good one in my gear.
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I just got mine and I'm wondering if I should return, my drive shaft appears slightly bent and when I grind with nothing inside it scrapes ceramic on ceramic at one section of the rotation. :(
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Yes, this is a common defect with these models, it's a combination of the polymer used and the design. Yes it will happen to newer items, don't buy this. I can't say about their other models that employ a different design, use at your own risk.