Explore effective acne treatments, from topical medicines to specialized procedures like lasers. Learn about management strategies and the advanced care offered at LIV Hospital.
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Acne treatment and management rely on a step-wise approach based on the severity of the lesions, starting with topical treatments and escalating to systemic (oral) medications for more serious cases.
LIV Hospital provides advanced, minimally invasive procedures that work quickly to calm severe inflammation and address the dark marks left behind by acne. These specialized treatments are crucial parts of effective management and accelerate skin recovery.
Acne management involves using medication to target the root causes: excess oil, clogged pores, and bacteria. The treatment approach is stepped up based on the severity of the acne, from mild surface blemishes to deep, painful cysts. Treatment must be followed precisely and consistently.
For mild to moderate acne, creams are the first line of defense. These typically include retinoids (Vitamin A derivatives) to clear pores and increase cell turnover, and Benzoyl Peroxide to effectively kill the bacteria on the skin surface. These are often combined with topical antibiotics.
Moderate to severe acne requires internal treatment. This includes oral antibiotics to quickly reduce body-wide inflammation, and the potent medication oral Isotretinoin. This drug is highly effective as it drastically reduces the size and oil production of the sebaceous glands, often leading to a long-term cure.
For women with hormone-driven acne, a dermatologist may prescribe anti-androgen medicines or specific types of birth control pills. These medications work by blocking the effects of hormones that cause the oil glands to overproduce sebum.
While traditional surgery is not used for acne, specialized, minor surgical procedures are essential for correcting permanent acne scars that affect skin texture. These are a major component of long-term management of skin appearance.
While traditional surgery is not used for acne, specialized, minor surgical procedures are essential for correcting permanent acne scars that affect skin texture. These are a major component of long-term management of skin appearance.
After acne treatment begins, patience is key, as skin improvement takes time. You should expect several common side effects before your skin clears up.
LIV Hospital’s Dermatology Department excels in complex acne management by combining a precise diagnostic approach with state-of-the-art procedural technology. We achieve superior outcomes in scar correction by combining techniques like radiofrequency microneedling with specialized laser therapies. We ensure every patient receives a personalized, multi-stage treatment plan designed to clear active acne, prevent future breakouts, and correct existing scarring, prioritizing safety and patient confidence.
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Acne recovery focuses on the healing of skin tissue and managing the side effects of strong medication. Successful management requires a commitment to consistency, as results take time to appear.
Acne is chronic, and long-term management is the most important step in preventing recurrence. Once active breakouts are controlled, a maintenance plan is necessary to keep pores clear and stable.
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Treatment options range from topical creams (retinoids, Benzoyl Peroxide) to oral medications (antibiotics, Isotretinoin) and specialized procedures like laser resurfacing and chemical peels for scarring.
Most medical treatments require 4–8 weeks to work. Comprehensive treatment for severe acne and subsequent scar correction can take 6 months to over a year, with ongoing maintenance.
Traditional surgery is not used for acne. However, minor surgical procedures, like punch excision and subcision, are used by dermatologists to effectively treat and correct deep, pitted acne scars.
Common prescription medications include topical retinoids, oral antibiotics (Doxycycline), and the powerful systemic drug Isotretinoin, which treats severe, scarring acne.
You can expect temporary skin irritation and dryness from the medication. Recovery from scar treatments involves redness and sun sensitivity for days or weeks, requiring strict sun avoidance.
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