iPledge for Accutane

FDA Puts New Restrictions on Accutane

Accutane is the most effective drug we have to treat acne, but also the most controversial. The media has been irresponsible at times by reporting stories of questionable side effects and in effect “demonizing” this very safe and useful drug. However, the one side effect that is not in any way “questionable” is that Accutane can cause birth defects and therefore cannot be given to a woman who may become pregnant. 

Acne Laser Treatment Program

The advancement of laser treatment and technology has brought therapy into the new century and is the suggested treatment for acne and acne scarring.  In most cases this laser therapy is not covered by insurance and also the acne can come back even after treatment.  - Additional research is needed before laser therapy can be recommended as a treatment for acne, according to a study.  Other treatments Recent advances in acne treatment include light and laser therapy, and chemical peels.

External Acne (Pimples) Care: The Pros and Cons of Washing Your Face

What is Pimples (Acne)?

Acne (pimples) is basically an internal condition triggered by several underlying factors. However, there are additional external pimples (acne) symptoms that may enhance the formation of acne or interfere with the healing process of your existing acne (pimples) on the external level (e.g. the external acne environment). Without handling these external triggers, it will be very difficult for anyone to overcome their acne (pimples) challenge, especially when the holistic treatment for acne (pimples) is performed while the individual still suffers from “live” and “evolving” acne (pimples).

Clogged or very large pores, oily or very dry complexion and bad skin hygiene do not cause pimples (acne) but they interfere with the healing process of the skin and make your external acne environment more prone or “susceptible” to pimples (acne).