Acne
The type of treatment depends on how severe the acne is, and whether it is inflammatory (whether the spots are red swollen bumps).
Mild non-inflammatory acne (whiteheads and blackheads) may be treated with gels, creams or lotions that are applied directly to the skin (topical).
Mild to moderate inflammatory acne (with some pustules and nodules is often treated with gels, creams or lotions, or topical antibiotics. This can also be dramatically improved by treatment with a laser.
Moderate acne is often successfully treated with a low-dose oral antibiotic such as tetracycline or erythromycin. These reduce the number of bacteria inflammation and sebum production. It sometimes takes up to 8 weeks for any noticeable improvement and the treatment is usually needed for at least six months.
For women, taking a high oestrogen contraceptive pill may also help acne, by regulating the hormones that cause excess sebum production.
If the acne is severe, a dermatologist (skin specialist) may prescribe Isotretinoin, a retinoid taken by mouth that acts to loosen excess skin cells and reduce sebum secretion. Clindamycin can also be used to treat more severe cases of acne.
If acne has already left noticeable scars the doctor at BodyGenesis will discuss the most appropriate treatment with you. The options will range from laser treatment, skin peels to microdermabrasion.
The doctor at BodyGenesis, will advise you on what will be the most suitable treatment for you.
Acne skin peels may be the right treatment for your skin. These are non irritating and cause no down time from skin shedding or redness. The acne skin peels can help to control bacteria and reduce blocked pores.
For the best results acne skin peels should be combined with medical microdermabrasion.
Mild non-inflammatory acne (whiteheads and blackheads) may be treated with gels, creams or lotions that are applied directly to the skin (topical).
Mild to moderate inflammatory acne (with some pustules and nodules is often treated with gels, creams or lotions, or topical antibiotics. This can also be dramatically improved by treatment with a laser.
Moderate acne is often successfully treated with a low-dose oral antibiotic such as tetracycline or erythromycin. These reduce the number of bacteria inflammation and sebum production. It sometimes takes up to 8 weeks for any noticeable improvement and the treatment is usually needed for at least six months.
For women, taking a high oestrogen contraceptive pill may also help acne, by regulating the hormones that cause excess sebum production.
If the acne is severe, a dermatologist (skin specialist) may prescribe Isotretinoin, a retinoid taken by mouth that acts to loosen excess skin cells and reduce sebum secretion. Clindamycin can also be used to treat more severe cases of acne.
If acne has already left noticeable scars the doctor at BodyGenesis will discuss the most appropriate treatment with you. The options will range from laser treatment, skin peels to microdermabrasion.
The doctor at BodyGenesis, will advise you on what will be the most suitable treatment for you.
Acne skin peels may be the right treatment for your skin. These are non irritating and cause no down time from skin shedding or redness. The acne skin peels can help to control bacteria and reduce blocked pores.
For the best results acne skin peels should be combined with medical microdermabrasion.