Acne can be a problem not only for teens, but also for those patients well past their twenties, thirties, and even their forties. Many patients continue to suffer from recurrent breakouts well into adulthood causing embarrassment, frustration, and added stress in already busy lives. At The Menkes Clinic & Surgery Center, our approach to the treatment of acne starts with recognizing that each patient is an individual with unique needs. Our physicians evaluate each patient's lifestyle, personal goals, and treatment preferences in order to formulate the most effective plan that will result in healthy, clear, and radiant skin. We are always ready to answer questions and provide the latest, scientifically proven treatments for our patients.
Acne pimples can lead to unwanted imperfections in the skin, especially surface defects and discoloration. Acne scars commonly occur on the face, chest, and back and may appear as:
- Shallow depressions or divots
- Deep, ice-pick indentations
- Firm, rubbery bumps or nodules
- Dark brown spots and discoloration
- Persistent pink or red blotches
In general, the deeper and larger the pimples, the greater the risk is for residual scarring. Therefore, early treatment of acne is ideal to prevent unwanted scars. We treat acne in Mountain View with oral antibiotics such as Accutane, topical medications, and blue light therapy. We offer several treatments to help reduce the appearance of acne scars in Mountain View, such as chemical peels and facials, laser treatments, and microdermabrasion.
Accutane
This oral medication is used in severe acne and often when other acne treatments have failed. Many dermatologists in Mountain View also support the use of Accutane for the treatment of lesser degrees of acne when the risk of physical or psychological scarring is present. As with all acne treatments, the use of Accutane is determined by considering a patient's acne severity as well as their individual needs. At The Menkes Clinic & Surgery Center, our board-certified dermatologists have decades of experience prescribing Accutane to acne patients and are extremely knowledgeable about its use. We have treated thousands of patients safely with Accutane.
Back And Chest Treatments
A series of chest and back acne treatments in Mountain View can be an excellent addition to your acne treatment regimen to help keep your skin smooth and free of blemishes. Our aestheticians can quickly remove blackheads, whiteheads, and clogged pores in a single session. They can also gently extract acne lesions and follow this with a soothing steam treatment and masque to aerate and unclog pores. Chest and back acne treatments are often ordered by our doctors to help promote the rapid clearing of acne lesions. A shorter version of this treatment which focuses mainly on the extraction of lesions is also available. The cost of these procedures is usually covered by insurance.
Antibiotics
Oral antibiotics are highly effective in the management of inflammatory (non-blackhead) acne. The most commonly prescribed medications are in the tetracycline family, which includes both minocycline (Solodyn™, Minocin™) and doxycycline (Doryx™, Adoxa™, Monodox™). These antibiotics are typically given as a single dose each day and are rapidly eliminated from the body within 24 hours. They are not suitable for children younger than 10 years old because they may cause brown or gray staining of teeth.
Antibiotic Facts:
- Highly effective for inflammatory or non-blackhead acne
- Most commonly used are minocycline, doxycycline
- Usually a single daily dose
- Rapidly eliminated from the body within 24 hrs
- May stain teeth in children younger than 10 years of age
Fraxel Dual
Fraxel technology has been proven in the ten plus years this treatment has been used in medical and cosmetic dermatology. Typically delivered in a series of sessions, Fraxel Dual administers laser energy to the skin, where it is absorbed into the deeper layers. Here, the cells are stimulated to produce increased amounts of collagen, which is necessary for healing. The effects of multiple treatments can be seen in the form of clearer skin with decreased acne scarring in Mountain View.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
IPL is an abbreviation for Intense Pulse Light. It is a non-laser precision light generator that transmits an extremely bright pulse of white light through a handpiece with a smooth, flat glass surface that is held against the skin. The machine generates multiple wavelengths of light in pulses designed to break up small surface blood vessels, dissipate brown hyperpigmentation, and reach deep down into the skin to stimulate the collagen-producing cells without damaging the outer layer. An IPL treatment is very effective at removing or softening acne scars in Mountain View. Generally, IPL treatment achieves desirable effects on the face, neck, chest, and the back of the hands. However, IPL may be used in most parts of the body, depending on the needs of the patient and the recommendation of your doctor.
SilkPeel
SilkPeel Microdermabrasion in Mountain View is a non-invasive skin rejuvenation procedure for the body. It provides simultaneous exfoliation, evacuation, and the delivery of skin-specific infusion solutions under pressure to treat a range of skin types and conditions, including acne scars. Unlike traditional technologies that rely on messy crystals or other irritating particles, SilkPeel Microdermabrasion uses a diamond tip handpiece for uniform and precise exfoliation while delivering high performing topical solutions to the immediate abraded skin for optimal results.
TCA Peels
At The Menkes Clinic & Surgery Center, our aesthetician uses different strengths of Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) to treat the skin, depending on the patient’s needs. TCA is a non-toxic chemical that has been used to perform skin peels for many years. TCA chemical peels in Mountain View have the advantage of creating a fresh, natural-appearing complexion while preserving the normal skin color. For this reason, they are often referred to as “freshening peels”.
Topicals
There are many treatment options available for patients with acne in Mountain View. In the topical acne treatments in Mountain View, patients use products and medications that are applied directly onto the skin’s surface. This is often an important part of a successful acne treatment regimen. At The Menkes Clinic & Surgery Center, we provide a comprehensive and personalized approach to each patient with the goal of formulating the most effective acne treatment plan.
Topical Medications For Acne May Include:
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Salicylic acid
- Retinoids
- Antibiotics
- Topical Dapsone
The team at The Menkes Clinic & Surgery Center can help you manage acne and get back to a better quality of life. Contact us for your consultation for acne treatment.
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