Acne and Open Pores

Acne is the most common reason for a visit to a Dermatologist. Despite a variety of creams and antibiotics, stubborn acne and cystic acne tend to persist. Whereas acne is temporary, scars are permanent. Such ice pick scars are responsible for poor self esteem.

The Smoothbeam Diode 1450 laser from Candela circumvents the need for prolonged antibiotic therapy, toxic isotretinoin capsules and messy creams. The procedure involves targeting the acne areas on the face and back with the laser beam in an office setting after application of a topical anesthetic cream. There is no down time involved with the procedure and the patient can attend office the same day.

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The laser beam from the candela handpiece targets the sebaceous glands (oil glands) in the middle of the dermis and renders them dysfunctional because of the generation of heat. The same mechanism also tightens the collagen in the area and thereby improves the firmness of the skin and leads to closure of open pores.

Four to six sessions are required at monthly intervals. Additional Glycolic acid peels are done at fortnightly intervals in between the laser sessions to further enhance the effect of acne laser programme.