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Acne Treatment

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What Is It?

Medical acne treatment addresses active acne through a combination of topical medications (retinoids, antibiotics, benzoyl peroxide), systemic medications (oral antibiotics, isotretinoin, hormonal therapy), and procedural treatments (chemical peels, light therapies, extraction facials). The approach depends on acne severity, type, and skin type.

How It Works

Procedural treatments include salicylic acid or mandelic acid peels to unclog pores and reduce sebum production, blue light or LED therapy to kill P. acnes bacteria, corticosteroid injections for large inflamed cysts, and medical-grade extraction to clear blocked comedones. Procedures are adjuncts to, not replacements for, medical therapy.

Realistic Results

Significant reduction in active breakouts with a consistent treatment plan over 3–6 months. Procedural treatments accelerate clearance alongside medical management. Isotretinoin remains the most effective treatment for severe nodular acne.

Recovery

Most procedural acne treatments have minimal downtime — 24–48 hours of redness or mild peeling. Corticosteroid injections resolve cystic lesions within 24–48 hours.

Risks & Complications

  • !Purging (temporary worsening) in the first 4–6 weeks of retinoid use
  • !Dryness and sensitivity with isotretinoin
  • !Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation as acne clears — common in darker skin types
  • !Infection if comedone extraction is performed aggressively

Red Flags — Choose a Clinic Safely

  • ⚑Procedural-only treatment without addressing the underlying hormonal or bacterial cause
  • ⚑Isotretinoin prescribed without appropriate pregnancy prevention counselling for women of childbearing age
  • ⚑Clinic prioritises high-cost in-clinic procedures without basic skincare optimisation
  • ⚑No assessment of acne severity or type before recommending treatment

Questions to Ask Before Booking

  • What type and severity of acne do I have, and what first-line treatment is most appropriate?
  • Should I see a dermatologist for isotretinoin or systemic management?
  • What procedural treatments will complement my medical treatment?
  • How long before I see improvement?
  • Is my acne hormonally driven, and does that change the approach?

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This page is for information only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified, licensed doctor before any procedure.