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University of Miami Health System Offers a Variety of Treatment Options for Acne

Acne is a common condition characterized by inflamed skin, pimples, and cysts primarily affecting the face, neck, back, and shoulders. It occurs when natural oils in our skin combine with dead skin cells, allowing bacteria to proliferate beneath the surface, resulting in blemishes.

During puberty, when hormone levels rise, teenagers often experience acne due to the increased oil production by sebaceous glands within hr follicles. However, this condition can affect individuals of all ages, gers, and ethnic backgrounds without regard for age or hormonal status. Acne presentations may include:

• Whiteheads: Tiny, white bumps under the skin surface

• Blackheads: Dark-colored clogged pores on the skin's outer layer

• Papules: Ter, small, pinkish lumps that are less severe than pimples

• Pustules: Pimples with pus at their center and redness surrounding them

• Nodules: Large, pnful bumps that occur deep within the skin tissue

• Cysts: Deep-seated, ter lumps filled with pus, often leading to scarring

Various treatment options are avlable deping on individual needs:

Oral Medication

A dermatologist might prescribe oral medications tlored to your condition to alleviate acne symptoms or control their recurrence.

Topical Treatments

Prescribed creams and gels designed for direct application on affected skin areas help in reducing breakouts, minimizing scarring, and soothing irritated skin.

Scalpel Resurfacing

This procedure involves using an electric that ablates the top layer of your skin. As it heals, a smoother complexion is revealed.

Chemical Peels

By applying chemicals to your skin, this process removes the outer layers for fresher-looking skin after healing. It helps in smoothing out texture and fading discoloration.

Collagen Injections

Injectables derived from purified bovine collagen are used to replace lost natural collagen, enhancing skin elasticity and minimizing wrinkles.

Laser Resurfacing

Using high-energy light beams, this technique targets damaged skin layers, promoting healthy cell growth for smoother, younger-looking skin.

Phototherapy

With a blue light source, phototherapy reduces the number of acne-causing bacteria on your skin. The American Academy of Dermatology recomms it as an effective treatment option among light therapy methods.

Pulsed Light and Heat Energy LHE Therapy

This method is believed to destroy acne-inducing bacteria by shrinking oil-producing glands within the skin, providing comprehensive skin treatment.

Punch Grafts

Utilized for deep scars resulting from severe inflammatory acne, this technique involves transplanting small patches of healthy skin over damaged, scarred areas.

Autologous Fat Transfer

By collecting fat cells from another part of your body and injecting them into affected regions, this process corrects deep contour irregularities caused by nodulocystic acne scarring.

Physical Examination

A thorough medical assessment allows for accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plan formulation. Acne might indicate other skin conditions, underscoring the importance of professional evaluation to ensure appropriate care.

Why Choose University of Miami Health System?

Renowned experts in comprehensive dermatology care. As a leader in skin health throughout South Florida and internationally, University of Miami Health System is backed by one of America's top universities. Our team leverages cutting-edge technologies and research-driven expertise to provide superior personalized treatments for skin disorders.

Expertise at an Academic Medical Center

Leveraging state-of-the-art technology developed by our researchers from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, patients receive accurate diagnosis and comprehensive treatment plans designed to mntn healthy skin.

Questions? We're here to help.

Our dedicated appointment specialists are ready to guide you through . Contact us today for further information or to schedule your appointment:

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: This information is provided as a general reference and does not replace professional medical advice. University of Miami Health Systems respects patient privacy and complies with all applicable laws regarding the protection of health information.

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