Back to school

Going back to school can be an exciting time for most teens. But for those who suffer from acne, it can be incredibly stressful. Luckily, our office treats acne patients every day, as it is one of the most common skin conditions. Acne is completely treatable and preventable.

It’s my job to find the cause of the acne and create an action plan for clear skin. Each patient’s skin is different, so I tailor the treatments for the individual, creating a plan to eliminate the current acne and stopping future acne. Below are a few of my favorite in-office methods for clearing acne:

Medical Facials:

Coming into the office on a regular basis for a medical facial can help clear current flare-ups and prevent future breakouts. A medical facial will thoroughly clean the skin and unclog pores. First, one of our estheticians will gently cleanse and steam the patient’s face. This opens up the pores and allows for easier extractions. Then they will extract the clogged pores, leaving the skin cleaner and smoother. Post extractions, I recommend a chemical peel.

Chemical Peels:

My patented Alpha Beta chemical peels use a blend of acids at low concentrations to deliver maximum benefits without irritation, dryness, or flaking. The peels will exfoliate the dead skin, which will reduce oil production, kill bacteria, and reduce pore size. This treatment will also help with an active breakout and fading acne scars. It is safe to do chemical peels as often as once a month.

LED Light Therapy:

LED Light Therapy kills acne-causing bacteria and reduces the inflammation of current breakouts. The light works by triggering the body to convert light energy into cell energy without the use of heat. Originally created for NASA, the LED technology is now a fantastic acne treatment that can be done weekly. It can also be done in conjunction with a chemical peel or a medical facial.

Smoothbeam:

For more serious acne cases, I recommend Smoothbeam laser therapy. Smoothbeam is the only FDA approved laser for treatment of acne on the face and body. It alters the function of the oil-producing sebaceous glands, effectively slowing oil production and keeping acne from forming. It also smoothes skin texture, eliminating acne scars in the process. Our office strives to make our patients happy. Being a teen is already hard enough and I want to make sure our young patients start the school year off picture-perfect. We will work together to create a plan of action to best target our patients’ acne.