Acne Treatment Perth

Hormonal acne is one of the more common causes of acne. This form of acne often follows the pattern of the period cycle. Sometimes it is related to the condition of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a condition of androgen excess and insulin resistance, which often is associated with increasing sebum productions.

Topical cream and medications can assist in management of hormonal acne. However, the use of oral contraceptive pills or anti-hormonal medications are often required to control the outbreaks. Occasionally with severe acne, oral retinoid is also required.

Make an appointment at Skin & Medical Northbridge and discuss the various options available for you.

It is crucial to have the acne issues under control prior to pregnancy as many options of treatments including laser therapy is no suitable once pregnant. Please see our doctors for a consultation if you have any concerns regarding acne and pregnancy.

Most of the topical therapy for acne are safe to use during pregnancy except for the retinoids. Most of the oral options for acne treatment is not suitable during pregnancy. It is therefore important to obtain advise for diet, lifestyle and suitable topical wash and cream as part of your pregnancy planning. Call now to discuss with our doctors at Skin & Medical Northbridge.

It is important to have a treatment plan to control acute flare-ups of acne. This can range from topical creams and medicine, to oral antibiotics, hormonal treatment and isotretinoin. It is important to treat acne as early and as effective as possible to prevent scarring and complications. If you don’t have an effective acne treatment plan, please discuss with the doctors at Skin & Medical Northbridge.

It is crucial to place acne in remission to prevent flare-ups. This is important to reduce the risk of potential or further red scarring, post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and atrophic scarring. During remission, the scar also has the opportunity to heal more efficiently and regenerate collagen more effectively.

To prevent acne flare-ups, it often requires the combination of topical creams and retinoids, oral medications of either retinoids, antibiotics or anti-androgen, environmental, diet and lifestyle changes and lastly, Laser therapy with vascular treatment and rejuvenation treatment.

Make an appointment now the doctors at Skin & Medical Northbridge to design an individualised acne management plan.

Acne red scars, also known as post inflammatory erythema (PIE), are flat red marks as a result of acne. The redness is due increase in blood vessels and thinning of the epidermis following the acne inflammation.

PIE can be self limiting, usually 3 to 6months from the onset. Topical cream and therapy can assist in the healing and reductions of the redness.

Excel v+ stands out as an effective vascular laser system to manage PIE. It is crucial to stabilize the active acne prior to treatment of PIE. Typically, four to six treatments are required for optimal results. Make an appointment now the doctors at Skin & Medical Northbridge to design an individualised vascular laser therapy plan.

Acne brown scars, also known as post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), are darken pigmentation marks as a result of inflammation or injury to the skin. The colour can range from light brown to black. PIH can occur in anyone but is more common in Fitzpatrick skin type III to VI. The pigmentation is due to increased deposition of melanin within the skin cells, which is caused by inflammation stimulating the melanocytes.

PIH can be self limiting, but often become darker if exposed to sun light and can last for many years. Topical cream and therapy can assist in the healing and reduction of the pigmentation.

Enlighten III leads the way in managing pigmentation conditions, including PIH. Typically, four to six treatments are required for optimal results. Regardless of type and severity of pigmentation, picosecond laser system has the ability to lighten pigmentation and regain radiant and even tone skin. Make an appointment now the doctors at Skin & Medical Northbridge to design an individualised picosecond laser therapy plan

Laser facial rejuvenation is important part of acne management plan, during acne flare-ups, post acne flare-ups, prevention of flare-ups and especially during the treatment of various discolouration and atrophic scars.

The Excel V + Laser Genesis rejuvenation therapy can help manage oily skin by regulating oil production and promoting skin balance. It also assist in restoring moisture to the skin. This is perfect for those with oily or dull complexions, as it can help reduce the appearance of large pores and oily skin. Your skin will be smoother, softer, and will have a more youthful glow to it.

The Enlighten III Pico Genesis rejuvenation therapy can help to promote collagen, elastin, and new skin cell production, The end result is diminishing the appearance of existing enlarged pores, uneven surface and scarring, while improving skin tightening, firmness and resilience,

Enlarged pores are usually cause by aging, sun exposure or excessive sebum production, oil skin and recurrent inflammation. Acne associated enlarged pores are very common. The lost of skin collagen along with destruction of organised fibres and elastin leads to the appearance of the enlarged pores.

Topical creams and medications are useful to prevent and assist in recovery of the enlarged pores. Excel V+ vascular laser system is useful to reduce sebum productions, while the Enlighten III picosecond laser system is efficient to assist in collagen stimulation and filling in the pores.

Acne atrophic type scars are the most common type of scars appearing in various degree of severity. The inflammatory response of the acne causes the destructions of collagen fibres in the dermis, leading to thinning and fibrosis of the area.

There are three types of atrophic scars: Ice-pick scars, Boxcar scars and Rolling scars.

Most atrophic scars respond only to treatment by fractional or ablative laser platforms, TCA cross, microneedling, chemical peels or surgical subcision.

However, the 1064nm Pico Genesis and Pico Genesis FX treatments from Enlighten III can target specific skin cells leading to controlled wound healing and natural collagen production. The approach can assist in reducing scarring and rejuvenation and regeneration of collagen.