There are many options available for over-the-counter acne treatments. Patients commonly ask us about new products that they have seen lining the shelves of their local drugstore. Tea tree oil is a popular treatment for people to ask about; there …
Although prescription medications have become the mainstay of many back acne treatment regimens, dermatologists are now finding that the secret weapon for treating back acne is actually a series of in-office laser and light-based treatments. Back acne tends to respond …
There are a variety of prescription acne treatments available, including antibiotics (both antibiotic creams and pills), retinoids, hormonal treatments, and isotretinoin. Your dermatologist will help you to determine the best prescription regimen for your acne. It is possible that this …
First of all, what is acne surgery? It sounds like a scary thing that requires anesthesia and a hospital stay! The truth is, acne surgery is a simple procedure, which can make a big improvement in the treatment of your …
If laser treatment for acne scars is the most effective method of permanently improving the skin’s texture, then why would anyone opt to have fillers for acne scars? Acne scar expert Dr. Schweiger explains that, “Laser resurfacing works by stimulating …
Acne has many causes, which combine to result in the development of these unwanted bumps on your face. One of the questions that we often receive at the Clear Clinic is, “Do hormones cause acne?” According to acne expert Dr. …
Does shaving cause acne? For most people, shaving does not cause acne. So, why do men who need to shave daily sometimes get acne-like bumps in their beard area? Dr. Schweiger explains that, “These bumps are not true acne; these …
In an article and video in this week’s Wall Street Journal, “In the Lab” columnist Shirley S. Wang takes an in-depth look at Photodynamic Therapy, one of the best adult acne treatment options on the market. Acne affects 40-50 million …
Upon joining the Clear Club, our acne treatment program at the Clear Clinic, you will be paired up with a personal acne coach. A personal acne coach is a Physician Assistant, who specializes in the treatment of acne and acne …
When suffering from acne scarring, patients must undergo some form of dermatological treatment in order to get rid of them; if left untreated acne scars can be permanent. New York based dermatologist Dr. Eric Schweiger, founder of Clear Clinic, explains …
