Acne is a skin disorder

It is postulated that at least 95% of the world population have suffered from acne at least once in their lifetime. A hormone called androgen and the bacteria P.Acne play a role. The basic or precursor acne lesion is called comedone. It is simply an enlarged and plugged follicle, which is filled with dead cells and sebum / oil and hair.

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Acne can be treated

Thanks to the refinement of a number of dermatologic techniques, acne can be treated with a variety of safe, effective procedures that improve the appearance of a patient's skin and boost the patient's self-esteem.

Your doctor will design a combination of treatment approaches based upon type of acne, medical history and the status of recent clinical studies.

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