Dermatologist in San Francisco offers treatment for acne
Many patients with acne in the San Francisco area will start off with
over-the-counter cleansers and topical treatments in an attempt to
reduce and control their acne. However, some of these products do not
provide results, especially for patients who are dealing with more
severe cases of acne. Dr. Christine Lee, board certified dermatologist
at The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute works with many men and women
who have exhausted over-the-counter options when it comes to controlling
and reducing their acne. This is when they consider the benefits of
working with a dermatologist who specializes in skin care and skin
health.
Acne is a common issue that doesn’t just occur in teenagers.
In fact, many adults deal with adult acne well into their 30’s and
40’s. Dr. Christine Lee works closely with these patients to help them
determine the type of acne they are struggling with, the severity, the
cause, and then develop a skin care routine that can control their
condition.
Acne treatment in a dermatology practice is designed with
the patient in mind. Dr. Christine Lee understands that no two cases are
the same. Some treatments may work better for one patient than they do
for another. Other times, treatment may be a series of trial and error
to determine how the skin reacts to certain services.
The first step in the treatment of acne is designing a skin
care regimen. This includes cleansers, toners, and moisturizers to
ensure the skin’s surface is clean and free from bacteria. Second, many
topical creams may be introduced into the skin care regimen. These may
include ingredients; such as benzoil peroxide and salicylic acid, which
are known for reducing acne. While these ingredients are often found in
over-the-counter products, they are more concentrated and stronger in
prescription-strength creams.
Once patients have their acne controlled, they may want to
begin adding in other treatments that can help them with their skin.
This may include services; such as, chemical peels, microdermabrasion,
light therapy, and laser therapy. These can be integrated into one’s
skin care regimen and can continue to improve the skin. Not only can
these control acne, but they may also help with other issues such as sun
damage, fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and overall texture
and tone of the skin’s surface.
Dr. Min-Wei Christine Lee
Dr. Christine Lee is a Board-certified Dermatologist with sub-specialties in laser surgery, cosmetic surgery, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, facial plastic reconstruction, and dermatologic surgery. She leads The Skin And Laser Treatment Institute as its Director and serves as Clinical Faculty for the Department of Dermatologic Surgery at the University of California San Francisco. Patients travel from across the globe for her expertise, and Dr. Lee has trained thousands of stateside and international doctors.
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