Acne Treatment

Consultations offered at our two convenient locations in Carnegie Hill and Flatiron, NY

Acne laser treatment in NYC can help diminish the appearance of pimples, blackheads, acne scarring, and whiteheads for a clearer complexion. At Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill, we offer acne treatments and laser acne scar treatments to give your skin a healthy and beautiful appearance. Many patients have tried over-the-counter acne medicines with limited success and wish to improve their appearance with more advanced treatments. Laser acne treatments can improve your complexion with little-to-no-downtime. Whether you suffer from acne breakouts, acne scarring, or both, our NYC dermatologists can help you find the proper treatment to achieve beautiful skin.

Procedure

Acne is caused when your pores are clogged by oil and dead skin cells. Growing bacteria can also contribute to acne breakouts. When the pores are unable to unclog oils and dead skin cells, pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, and other blemishes begin to form. Acne often begins in adolescence, but it can be a lifelong skin condition that takes proper treatment to improve. Acne is most commonly found on the face, forehead, chest, upper back, and shoulders. These areas of the body have the most oil glands, which leads to a higher chance of acne occurring. If left untreated, acne can lead to acne scarring, which appears as divots and bumps on the skin. Acne scarring can occur as a result of inflammation from acne, picking at pimples, and improper treatment or care. Acne scarring has an uneven texture that can worsen skin tone and appearance.

Overview

  • Affects people of all ages
  • Can surface as whiteheads, blackheads, tender bumps, pimples, or painful lumps under the skin
  • Can be resistant to home remedies
  • Usually appears on the face, chest, back, and shoulders
  • Can be caused by excess oil production, clogged pores, or bacteria
  • May become worse depending on stress levels, hormones, diet, or medications
  • Improper treatment may result in scarring or hyperpigmentation

Acne treatments have come a long way. From acne laser treatments to chemical peels, treating acne and acne scarring is much more versatile, offering patients a much more individualized treatment plan based on skin type. Many patients opt for one treatment, but it is not uncommon for patients to use a combination of treatments for the best improvements. Treatment selection is based on many factors, including whether the patient has acne scarring, how long the patient wishes to undergo treatment, and what application the patient is most comfortable with. Our dermatologists in NYC can help you select the treatment(s) suitable for your specific skincare goals.

Acne Scarring

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions and is caused by the clogging of your skin’s pores. Bacteria, buildups of dead skin cells, and the formation of excess sebum (oil) can each lead to blockages and pores becoming inflamed. This inflammation can cause pimples, such as whiteheads or blackheads. In more severe cases, acne lesions or nodules may form. Acne breakouts may occur anywhere on the body, but are most common around the face, back, neck, shoulders, and chest. Repeated breakouts, as well as the repeated picking or popping of pimples, may lead to the formation of acne scars (raised bumps, divots, or pits in the skin).

Acne can affect teenagers and adults alike. Many teens suffer from acne during puberty and experience a gradual improvement in skin tone during the transition to adulthood. However, adult acne is also fairly common and may affect patients into their later years.

Treatment Types

  • Laser-based treatments
  • Chemical peels
  • Intense pulsed light therapy
  • Medical grade skin care products
  • Topical retinoids
  • Oral vitamin A
  • Steroid injections
  • Antibiotics

Recommended Sessions

The number of sessions recommended for laser acne treatments depends on the severity of the acne, if there is acne scarring, how long the patient wishes to undergo acne treatment, and more. Our New York City dermatologists can help create an acne laser treatment plan for you.

Ideal Candidate

Laser acne treatment is suitable for both teenagers and adults who are affected by acne or acne scarring and wish to improve their complexion. Many patients opt for laser treatment after having little success with medical treatment or topical ointments. Laser acne treatment is also a solution for those that have divots, bumps, or other blemishes associated with acne scarring.

Anesthesia

Laser acne treatment does not typically require general or local anesthesia. Patients are usually given a numbing cream to make sure they are comfortable during the procedure.

Expectations

Patients can resume their daily activities after receiving laser acne treatment. There may be a red or flushed appearance after the procedure, but this usually subsides within a few days. It is recommended that patients avoid overexposure to the sun, apply sunscreen, and moisturize the treatment area to quicken the healing process.

Results

Patients can expect to have a smoother, clearer complexion after laser acne treatment. Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill uses the latest technology to help patients receive a glowing complexion that gives them a renewed sense of confidence. By shrinking overactive oil glands, laser acne treatment provides long-lasting results.

Contact

The doctors and staff at Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill would be happy to discuss medical dermatology treatments in more detail. Please give us a call at (646) 661-6131 or request an appointment online for a personal consultation at our New York offices.