Acne is a common skin condition witch is seen when sebaceous glands under the skin gets clogged. Sebum and oil are secretion that prevent the skin from drying out—and dead skin cells plug the pores, which leads to outbreaks of lesions, commonly called pimples or zits. Most often, the outbreaks occur on the face but can also appear on the back, chest, and shoulders.

Who Gets Acne?

People of all races and ages get acne, but it is most common in teens and young adults. When acne appears during the teenage years, it is more common in males. Acne can continue into adulthood, and when it does, it is more common in women.

Types of Acne

• Whiteheads:
• Blackheads:
• Papules:
• Pustules or pimples
• Nodules:

Causes of Acne

• Excess or high production of oil in the pores.
• Buildup of dead skin cells in the pores.
• Growth of bacteria in the pores.

These factors may increase your risk for developing acne:

• Hormonal imbalance 
• Positive family history.
• Age
• Medications

Treatment

Treatment for acne, especially adult acne, depends on the severity. We offer a range of acne procedures to target different severity levels. Some of our acne treatments include:

• Topical treatments including application of antibiotics, antiseptics and topical tretinoin are prescribed. .
• Oral medications includes antibiotics, multivitamins and oral retinoids. 
• Chemical peels.
• Laser or Light therapy.
•  Intralesional injections.
• Extraction is done in case of pus filled pustules and comedones.