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Dermal Thickness Measurement

Meaning

Dermal Thickness Measurement is a quantitative clinical assessment of the dimension of the dermis, the layer of skin situated beneath the epidermis. This measurement is a critical objective biomarker for evaluating skin aging, hormonal status, and the efficacy of dermatological or systemic therapies. A reduction in dermal thickness, often due to collagen loss, is a recognized sign of chronological aging and estrogen deficiency in women. Clinical tools provide a precise, non-invasive method for tracking this vital structural parameter of skin health.