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Acne is the most frequent skin condition in the United States. It is characterized by pimples that appear on the face, back, and chest. Every year, about 80% of adolescents have some form of acne, and about 5% of adults experience acne. The unsightly breakouts of acne can undermine self-confidence – especially during the teen years.
If you suffer from acne breakouts, you already realize that over-the-counter products just aren’t strong enough to substantially improve acne. The good news is that state-of-the-art acne treatments & technologies offered at our Salt Lake City area dermatology office can make acne a thing of the past.
The reality is that acne is a medical condition and typically requires treatment by a doctor to make it go away – and to avoid permanent scarring. Dr. Silkey offers the most advanced array of state-of-the-art acne treatments – including non-invasive light therapy, Ultherapy, and the latest laser procedures.
Acne is made up of two types of blemishes. The first is whiteheads & blackheads (comedones), which are non-inflammatory and appear more on the face and shoulders. As long as they remain uninfected, they are unlikely to lead to scarring. The second type of acne is red pustules or papules, which are inflamed pores that fill with pus. These can lead to scarring. Board-certified Kaysville, UT surgeon Dr. Jacqueline Silkey offers innovative & effective treatments for both kinds of acne.
If you live in the greater Salt Lake City area and you are suffering from the frustration and embarrassment of acne or acne scars, schedule a consultation at SilkeySkin MD in Kaysville, UT. Dr. Silkey, you get smooth, clear, acne-free skin – with the latest advancements in acne treatment.
In normal skin, oil glands under the skin, known as sebaceous glands, produce an oily substance called sebum. The sebum moves from the bottom to the top of each hair follicle and then spills out onto the surface of the skin, taking with it sloughed-off skin cells. With acne, the structure through which the sebum flows gets plugged up. This blockage traps sebum and sloughed-off cells below the skin, preventing them from being released onto the skin’s surface.
Makeup and other products with chemicals can add to acne. Even regular toothpaste has so many chemicals in it that it can add to peri-oral acne. We have toothpaste recommendations as well as product recommendations for people with acne that will work with your body avoiding harsh chemicals. Always use non-comedogenic products and try to use the “cleanest” product you can find, which contains no parabens, no phthalates, and no petroleum products.
Dietary changes are hotly debated by dermatologists, but I tell every patient to not drink skim milk if they are having a problem with acne. The skimming process has been found to contribute to acne, and I have seen many people benefit from dietary changes. Change to whole or 2% milk, skip milk altogether, or drink almond milk or similar products.
Hormonal changes can also contribute to acne in both teen/young adults and perimenopausal women (whose ages vary widely). Oftentimes, women who have not had any problems since their teen years are now in their 40s and are having severe acne eruptions. These need to be evaluated by Dr. Silkey, and recommendations can be individualized based on your exam and even blood work to assess hormonal status.
There are several things that we can do to treat hormonal flares of acne, but most of the time, it is beneficial to know what is elevated or depressed to target hormonal balance and overall health. This way, we can target your therapy specifically to balance your levels. There are several ways to approach this, including non-pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical approaches, and they will be tailored to your specific needs and desires.
“Our skin is a prime indicator of what is going on underneath the surface. If one just treats the superficial layer without looking deeper than one potentially misses the root cause of the issue.” ~ Dr. Silkey
Treating acne is a process that takes some patience. While there is no overnight remedy, with the latest medical treatments, clear, acne-free skin is attainable. The most advanced acne treatments offered at our Kaysville, UT dermatology office include:
Reduces the blockages in the hair follicles. It is best used 2 or 3 times per week and use an antioxidant wash (like resveratrol) for improved benefit without the flakiness. We can teach you how to make your own resveratrol wash to avoid any additives or preservatives!
Antibiotics, Dapsone, and Other Topical Therapies.
Can be used for adult women with hormonally induced acne.
A derivative of Vitamin A, tretinoin helps unclog the blocked-up material in whiteheads/blackheads. It has become a mainstay in the treatment of acne.
Removal of whiteheads and blackheads using a small metal instrument that is centered on the comedone and pushed down, extruding the blocked pore.
Levulan is a photosensitizer of the skin. It is applied to the skin and then activated by light. It is absorbed by sebaceous glands – the ones that are overactive in acne patients. The result is that the sebaceous gland is partially destroyed, leading to less secretions and less acne. The light that activates the Levulan also kills the bacteria that cause acne as well. The results after 2 or 3 treatments is 75-85% improvement in acne for 9 months, and in some patients, up to several years. (Although Levulan is not FDA-approved for acne, it is widely used by the medical community worldwide for this purpose. It is FDA approved, however, for Actinic Keratosis, premalignant lesions on the skin.)
Targeting the sebaceous glands to unclog & kill bacteria with laser heat energy. Learn more about laser treatments.
Blue light & red light phototherapy use wavelengths of light with antimicrobial properties that kill bacteria and with anti-inflammatory capabilities that heal skin. Learn more about IPL Photofacial treatments.
Uses non-invasive ultrasound energy to target and destroy the acne-causing bacteria. Learn more about Ultherapy treatments.
Unlike one-size-fits-all treatments, Face Reality takes a holistic approach, combining professional-strength skincare, lifestyle guidance, and in-office treatments for long-term, sustainable results.
