Acne — this is probably one of the most significant aesthetic reasons for the deterioration in the quality of life. Acne leaves scars not only on a person's skin, but also on his self-esteem.
The task of a dermatocosmetologist is to help the patient maintain the most aesthetic appearance of the face, as well as to help him get rid of the consequences of this disease by all possible means.
The candidate of medical sciences, dermatovenereologist, cosmetologist, associate professor of the Department of Dermatovenereology NMAPE named after P.L. Ekaterina Bardova.
Which acne treatments are the most effective?
EB: Topical post-acne therapy depends on when we start treatment. If we set ourselves the goal of influencing the skin during the period of the active process to prevent the development of post-acne — then it is necessary to prescribe combined drugs.
Post-acne treatments should contain antibacterial, anti-inflammatory components, as well as ingredients that will stimulate skin regeneration.
If we start to deal with post-acne, when all the inflammatory elements have disappeared — you can resort to more aggressive therapy. We prescribe topical retinoids, azelaic acid, and acid based products.
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Can post-acne medications cause acne to recur?
Е.B.: Theoretically, this is possible, especially if the patient has previously undergone irrational therapy for the disease. Therefore, we always warn a person about a possible recurrence of acne.
To prevent this undesirable phenomenon, we prescribe drugs from the group of epidermal barrier restorers. This is an important component of therapy, since the same retinoids and azelaic acid can cause some discomfort, dry skin, burning sensation.
Complex therapy allows you to achieve a more stable result and not scare the patient away with an exacerbation of the disease.
Which hardware techniques are best for post-acne treatment?
EB: Laser resurfacing is best for treating scarring, however, if the patient has a dark skin phototype, then bipolar radiofrequency resurfacing should be used.
At the initial manifestations of post-acne or congestive erythema, it is necessary to resort to methods that improve microcirculation. These include microcurrents, ultrasonic technologies, radio frequencies, as well as more superficial laser resurfacing.
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What effect can fillers achieve in the treatment of post-acne?
Е.B.: Fillers come to the rescue when we see that despite all our efforts, the patient has deep defects. Then, to improve the aesthetic appearance of the face, we can offer the introduction of permanent fillers. However, it is important to warn the patient that the effect of such a procedure is temporary.
Can PRP therapy be used to prevent acne breakouts?
E.B.: Yes, of course, since it belongs to the pathogenetic methods of post-acne treatment.
Platelet-rich plasma contains a large number of growth factors that improve microcirculation in the area of inflammation.
It is important to use PRP therapy correctly, bypassing inflammatory elements, to reduce the risk of infection and complications in the form of pyoderma.
Comprehensive post-acne treatment can significantly improve the quality of life of patients and give them the skin they have always dreamed of.
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