Acne: Causes & Treatments

How your dermatologist in Salt Lake City, UT, can help you have clear skin.

If you are troubled by acne breakouts, you’ve probably tried over-the-counter products. These may help for minor acne breakouts, but what about frequent, painful acne breakouts? You will be glad to know your dermatologist can help you get relief from painful cystic acne, or blackheads and whiteheads.

Dr. Ivan Flint in Salt Lake City, UT, offers a wide variety of medical and cosmetic dermatology services, including acne treatments to help you have clear skin.

Acne is one of the most common conditions treated by a dermatologist, and acne doesn’t just affect teenagers. Unfortunately, adults can suffer from it too. Acne can be caused by excess oil production and dead skin cells which block pores. Acne can also be caused by an infection of your pores. 

Acne can appear as large painful cysts or clusters of whiteheads or blackheads. Acne is commonly found in areas where there is excess oil present. This includes your face, your back, shoulders, or your chest. 

Sometimes acne will go away with over-the-counter products, but it may also leave acne scarring behind. A much more effective solution is to visit your dermatologist for professional acne treatment.

Professional acne treatments include:

• Topical and oral antibiotic medication to treat infected pores
• Professional strength products containing benzoyl peroxide to reduce pore blockage
• Tretinoin medication to unblock plugged pores
• Blemish removal using an extraction tool
• Hormone treatment to eliminate acne caused by a hormone imbalance

If you suffer from acne scarring, your dermatologist can minimize the appearance of scars using the latest technology, including laser resurfacing, chemical peels, skincare products, and other treatment solutions.

To find out more about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of acne, call Dr. Ivan Flint in Salt Lake City, UT, at (801) 262-3600. Call now.