Treatments for acne and scarring

Acne is a disorder of the pilosebaceous glands, common in adolescence but can carry into adulthood. It is influenced by a number of mechanisms including propionis bacteria, hormonal changes and lifestyle. Acne can have a significant impact on the quality of life for the sufferer influencing social behaviour and affecting personal self-confidence. There are different types of acne such as adult onset; acne fulminans; and female adult acne to name a few the severity of which are sometimes graded using various scales, for example the Leeds Acne Score. Improvement for sufferers not only leads to improved skin but also improved self-esteem and social function.​

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How we treat acne and scarring at Altruderm

   

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Microneedling

​We use the gold award winning professional skin needling treatment EDS Rejuvenate to treat acne scars.  It has been clinically proven to dramatically reduce the appearance of scaring to reveal smoother and tighter looking skin. This electronic skin needling procedure stimulates the skin’s own repair cells leading to improved quality of skin.  It can also be used to deliver vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which are therapeutic to the skin. To minimise any discomfort Dr. McDaid will prepare the skin with a local anaesthetic prior to the treatment.  This is a natural procedure and as such results are natural and long lasting. The full effect of the treatment is best judged after 3 months.

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Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are made up of different chemicals of acidic strength applied to the skin surface allowing the safe removal of superficial unhealthy skin and reducing the appearances of inflammation, pigment and scarring endured by acne sufferers. Peels can also facilitate application of topical treatments to nourish the skin such as minerals, vitamins and antioxidants which can be delivered through mesotherapy or absorbed superficially. The depth of peel suitable for your skin will be discussed at your consultation.

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Intralesional Steroid Injections

In some forms of acne, large cysts may be present which can be managed with small doses of a steroid administered by injection. The steroid is typically triamcinolone, which acts as an anti-inflammatory and reduces the size of the cyst. 

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Private Prescriptions

​We can issue private prescriptions following a thorough consultation for topical creams and ointments as well as oral antibiotics and contraceptive hormones where indicated essentially providing basic acne care that you may not have tried.

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​At Altruderm our treatments range from non-surgical cosmetic treatments to dermatological services as well as variety of minor surgical procedures.  A consultation with our Medical Director, Dr. McDaid, will help you decide which is the best treatment option for you.