What Is Acne?
Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the oil glands of your skin become inflamed, which can lead to the production of pimples.
Cysts form when these pimples form deeper beneath your skin or become more inflamed, which can lead to scarring. Blackheads and whiteheads are the result of clogged pores which then become inflamed.
Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting nearly 80 percent of people. Acne most commonly affects the areas of the body with the highest number of oil glands — such as the face, neck, chest, shoulders, and back.
Various factors can cause acne, but the main ones are:
- Genetics
- Hormones
- Skin Care
- Stress
- Diet
Acne Treatment
What to Expect
Not everyone’s acne is the same, so different patients will respond to different treatment regimens.
Numerous topical and oral medications are available to treat acne, some more effective than others. At SkinDC, your consultation will include a discussion of the available treatments, as well as the development of a treatment plan best suited to your skin type and the cause/degree of acne.
Chemical peels, laser, and light treatments are also available at SkinDC. These offer the advantages of less medication use, quicker results, and some concurring treatments of acne scarring and skin texture changes.
At SkinDC, our expert providers will personalize your acne treatment to your specific case, and the results achieved this way are far superior to ‘cookie-cutter’ acne treatment regimens.