Medical Skin Procedures Designed to Tackle Acne
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to treating acne. Those who have stubborn acne or scarring have likely tried everything from prescription medications to topical creams to corrective skincare products to clinical procedures.
If you are someone with stubborn acne and scarring, talk to your dermatologist about the best course of action for you. If you aren’t aware of treatments available, here are a few in-office procedures that may diminish the appearance of acne scars.
Microneedling
A collagen-boosting procedure such as microneedling may improve the look of acne scars and associated symptoms, including redness and inflammation. A microneedling treatment delivers a number of micro-channels into the skin. What that means is tiny needles pierce the skin through a handheld electronic device, creating nearly microscopic “wounds” in the skin. In response to this, the body produces collagen, which gives the face a fuller look while reducing the appearance of uneven skin texture and acne scarring. The process also accelerates cellular turnover to release embedded congestion. After microneedling sessions, a patient should pay close attention to their microneedling post care by using professional skincare products that will help enhance the outcome of the clinical procedure.
One of the benefits of microneedling is that it increases the penetration of skin-beneficial ingredients in topical formulas, which in turn can improve effectiveness. To maximize microneedling results, you’ll want to establish a skincare routine with products recommended by your dermatologist.
Chemical Peel
More powerful results can often be achieved when microneedling is combined with other forms of treatment. One such combination treatment is a chemical (acid) peel. There are different types of chemical peels that penetrate different layers of the skin, but your dermatologist can help you decide which one is best for your skin. For the procedure, a chemical solution is applied to the face to help unclog pores, remove dead skin cells, and address blemishes. Over the next week or so, your skin will flake or “peel” off to reveal regenerated, smoother skin. Chemical peels can be used to address both acne and scarring. Some of the benefits may include smoother texture and tone, lightening of dark spots, and unclogging of pores to help prevent future breakouts. More traditional uses of chemical peels include lessening the appearance of fine lines and damage from the sun.
Blue Light Therapy
Another combination treatment for acne involves light. Skin inflammation and redness that often accompanies acne is caused by certain bacteria that can be killed by exposing your skin to different types of light. This noninvasive form of phototherapy uses light in the blue wavelength range to kill the bacteria. It can be used on current acne or to help prevent a future outbreak. While blue light therapy is promising, typically it alone won’t completely clear up acne.
High Frequency (aka Tesla High Frequency Current)
High frequency devices come in varying designs, but they are all made to deliver just the right frequency of electrical current to your skin through a glass electrode placed on your face. Oxygen is generated when applied to your skin, which helps to calm inflammation and kill bacteria. The electrode produces a gas called argon that’s good for your skin and emits a small electrical current.
About Dp Derm
Dp Derm is dedicated to bringing practitioners and their patients high-quality skin needling products from one of the world’s most trusted brands: Dp Dermaceuticals. The Dp Dermaceuticals skincare line is designed and developed for microneedling procedures to ensure patients get the very most out of their treatments before, during, and after. Specialty products like their multipurpose microneedling serum should be used during the course of treatment, because what a patient does at home to take care of their skin is just as important as the procedure itself. When it comes to microneedling, some things are nonnegotiable, such as the products you apply topically to achieve optimal treatment outcomes.
To learn more about Dp Derm, visit Dpderm.com