Acne

When your pores become blocked with dead skin, oil, and bacteria, acne can occur. This may happen when follicles produce too much oil, there is a buildup of dead skin cells in the pores, or bacteria builds up in the pores. There are four main causes: excess oil production, clogged hair follicles, bacteria, and inflammation. There are also often specific triggers or things that worsen it such as hormonal changes, certain medications, dietary factors, and stress.

The risk factors for acne include age, hormonal factors, family history, greasy or oily substances, and friction or pressure on the skin.

Acne does not pose any serious risks to your overall health but the severe form of it can become painful, and scars may eventually form.However, the visible changes to your skin can have a negative impact on yourself-esteem and self-confidence.

Our team can provide tips and acne treatments to help you control this condition, avoid scarring or other forms of skin damage associated with breakouts, and minimize scars. If you have tried over the counter acne products for at least several weeks and they have not been effective, it may be time to consider prescription-strength products. The type of regimen we recommend will be based on several factors including your age, the type and severity of your condition,and what you are willing to commit to. What makes things more complicated is the fact that different types require different approaches.

• The Neo Elite by Aerolase, a medical lasersystem that can improve multiple forms of this skin condition by targeting specificbacteria colonies that buildup in the skin. It can also reduce inflammation andoil production.
• Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), a light-based procedure that uses multiple wavelengths of light to improve various skin concerns caused byacne. Radiance Skin Therapy offers the Alma Iris Dye-VL. Its Advanced Fluorescence Technology (AFT)utilizes intense pulsed light (IPL) to target acne bacteria, pigmentation, and redness.
• LED Light Therapy is a non-invasive option that involves different LED light options to provide many benefits such as killing bacteria, prevent breakouts, and calm inflammation.
• Microneedling, a treatment that involves creating micro-injuries to trigger the body’s healing response and stimulate collagen production, to reduce scars from breaks that cause inflammation and trauma to the skin tissue.
• Chemical peels are also an effective solution as they can address bacteria and inflammation while also removing blockages from pores.
• HydraFacial^® involves a process of deep cleansing,exfoliation, extraction, and hydration.
• Supplements to support healthy, balanced skin and reduce the frequency of breakouts.

Aside from preventing and managing this common disorder, we can also provide more information and advice about other conditions such as cellulite, hyperhidrosis/excessive sweating, jowls, scars, and spider veins.

There are also many types of injectables and skin rejuvenation options to help you enhance your skin’s appearance. BOTOX^®, a neuromodulator, reduces dynamic wrinkles. Microdermabrasion, AQUAGOLD^® micro channeling and Genius^® RF Microneedling improve the general tone and texture of your skin in other ways.