Acne in Hollywood, FL

Acne is among the most common skin conditions in the U.S. While many cases are considered mild and may be controlled with medication and a good at-home cleansing routine, many patients have severe acne that leads to scarring. Acne is generally a combination of whiteheads, pimples, blackheads, small cysts, and other itchy, red, and swollen areas on the skin. Caused by a blend of bacteria, clogged pores, and dead skin cells, acne typically appears on the face, torso, and back. If you're concerned about acne and would like to regain a healthy, glowing appearance, Dr. Simona Bartos at Imperial Dermatology in Hollywood, FL can offer numerous treatment options, ranging from custom at-home cleaning systems to oral medications, such as Accutane, and laser treatments.

Acne treatments in Hollywood, FL at Imperial Dermatology offer wide-ranging benefits to reduce active acne and achieve clearer, smoother skin, including:

• Provides multiple effective treatment options
• Treats the face and body
• Kills acne-causing bacteria
• Reduces the frequency of outbreaks
• Diminishes skin inflammation and redness
• Stimulates healing and collagen growth (laser treatments)
• Improves the skin's overall appearance

Candidates for acne treatment may be wanting to reduce the appearance of active acne on the face or body. At Imperial Dermatology, Dr. Simona Bartos provides various treatment options that can best fit your needs and skin goals. Acne treatment at our facility may also be beneficial for patients who have tried other therapies in the past without success. 

Studies show that store-bought drugs do not treat severe acne effectively. For such cases, Imperial Dermatology recommends potent solutions like Isotretinoin, a highly effective oral medication often used for treating severe and persistent acne. It works by reducing the size of oil glands and the amount of oil they produce, even affecting how skin grows and replaces itself. This medication is generally used when other treatments fail to deliver results. They offer numerous treatment alternatives to control and manage acne and clear up its symptoms. For milder cases of acne, prescription medications, such as topical solutions and creams containing salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, and retinoids, might help.
Additionally, there are other oral antibiotics, such as Accutane, which consist of doxycycline, minocycline, and tetracycline. Beyond oral and topical prescriptions, laser therapies have also proven effective. Not only can a laser treatment help cleanse and kill skin cells under the dermal layer, but it can also help reduce redness and other pigmentation issues associated with acne.

Do laser acne treatments hurt?

No, most people only feel mild discomfort during laser acne treatment. Many say it is like a “snapping” sensation at first but then goes away as the skin gets used to the sensation. We can use a topical anesthetic to help make your procedure as easy and stress-free as possible.

Can you treat acne on other parts of the body than the face?

Yes, we can. Our acne treatments address the root causes of acne, no matter where it is, to get your skin clearer and healthier looking.

Can acne be cured?

Most people will experience acne from time to time, as there is no cure for acne. However, there are effective treatments for more severe acne that, with regular care, can dramatically reduce acne outbreaks for clearer, healthier skin.

What kinds of foods cause acne?

The link between certain foods and acne has been long studied. The most common food culprits contributing to acne are:

• Fried foods
• Foods high in fat
• Sugar
• Dairy products
• Milk chocolate

If you are sick of covering your acne with makeup or enduring the physical pain and emotional affliction that could come from this skin condition, we encourage you to contact Imperial Dermatology to schedule an appointment in Hollywood, FL. After a thorough skin analysis, Dr. Bartos will create a customized treatment program to help clear up your complexion as soon as possible.

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