Acne Treatment

What causes Acne?

Acne is caused by pores which become clogged and then infected with bacteria. It is not necessarily caused by diet or lack of hygiene. Acne treatments typically aim to destroy the bacteria or improve the function of the skin so it does not become clogged.

How can Acne be treated?

There are several different methods for treating acne.

Zeno Acne Treatment: Zeno is a hand-held device used for the treatment of mild to moderate acne. The tip of the device is applied to the pimple, which is infused with a precise amount of heat. This produces a shock response in the bacteria, which destroys it. The level of heat needed to cause this response is low enough that not to irritate the skin. Two to three treatments performed over twenty-four hours are required.

Antibacterial pills: Because bacteria cause acne, most mild to moderate acne will respond to antibacterial medication. However, these medications can interfere with other medications and may have side effects.

Chemical Peels: Chemical Peels are a category of advanced clinical skin rejuvenation treatments that aid in reversing damaged skin due to factors such as aging, sun exposure and acne. There are three levels of Chemical Peels ranging in intensity and strength:

• Alphahydroxy Acids (AHA) - These are the mildest form of Chemical Peels and provide smoother, brighter-looking skin with no downtime. The peels' ingredients originate from glycolic, lactic and fruit acids.


• Trichloracetic Acids (TCA) - This type is a medium-depth peeling system that may be performed in different variations. Fine surface wrinkles, superficial blemishes and pigmentation problems are commonly treated with this type of Chemical Peel.


• Phenol - This is the deepest, strongest Chemical Peel procedure with the most dramatic and longest-lasting results. Since Phenol can cause the skin to lighten, your skin tone should be taken into consideration when deciding whether this level of treatment is right for you.

Blue Light Phototherapy: During Blue Light Phototherapy, high-intensity blue-violet light is applied to the face by a medical professional. The light activates photosensitizers within the acne bacteria. This creates a toxic bactericidal environment in the sebaceous glands, which inhibits the formation of the acne lesions. The light may be applied alone or may be combined with an anesthetic. Seventy to ninety percent of acne is cleared after the recommended number of treatments.

LED Skin Rejuvenation: Blue LED Lights cause a shock response in bacteria, which causes them to die, clearing acne. LED Skin Rejuvenation is completely safe because the light is cool and is not harmful to the skin. There are no undesirable side effects. You can see results after the first treatment, and they become more dramatic after each session.

Ultraviolet Light Therapy: Ultraviolet light has been used to sterilize equipment for years. It can be applied to the face to destroy bacteria such as those that cause acne. The two types of ultraviolet light are UVA and UVB. UVB light can be used on its own, while UVA light must be combined with topical medication in order to show results.

Photodynamic Therapy: hotodynamic Therapy is used to treat severe acne. A photosensitizer drug is administered to the patient topically or through an injection. When light from the laser is directed on tissue containing the drug, it becomes activated, and the tissue is rapidly destroyed. Patients can return to regular activities immediately following the procedure; however, they must stay out of the sun for a few weeks after treatment.

SmoothBeam®: SmoothBeam® is a non-ablative laser, meaning that it does not burn, cut or remove the skin's surface. Instead, it works on the deeper layers of the skin. The laser produces a beam of light at a specific wavelength and heats the sebaceous glands, destroying bacteria and effectively treating acne. SmoothBeam® also stimulates collagen, which produces healthy, younger skin.

Accutane®: In the case of severe acne that does not respond to other treatments, you can talk to your physician about Accutane®. This drug may have temporary but serious side effects. It is also contraindicated for many medical procedures and is not suitable for everyone.