Walnut Creek residents ask, “Why should I take my teen to a dermatologist in my area?”
Acne can bring frustration and embarrassment to your teen. He or she may feel as though every cleanser, scrub, or spot treatment has been tried. Unfortunately, they do not work for everyone or every skin type. You are left wondering, “where can I find a dermatologist in my area?” Located in Walnut Creek, Dr. Christine Lee of The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute offers acne solutions for teenagers and adults.
Who gets acne?
Nearly eight out of ten teenagers get acne. Because it is so common, acne is considered a normal part of growing up. It is triggered by hormonal changes that occur during puberty. Acne can appear as whiteheads, blackheads, cysts, or pimples.
The most common types of acne needing the attention of a dermatologist are as follows:
- Recurrent acne is more than a normal breakout. It keeps showing up, and lasts two weeks or more.
- Milia are pores that usually become clogged from improper facial care. They look like whiteheads but refuse to open.
- Cystic acne is large, painful bumps on the skin.
- Acne scars often arise from picking or squeezing pimples.
- Skin redness, or rosacea, is often mistaken for acne but should be treated by a dermatologist.
Don’t pop pimples!
The key point to remember with acne is not to pop or pick at breakouts. This damages skin and allows bacteria to enter. Scars can form or infection may occur. Once the skin is damaged to a point where it cannot repair itself, scars are harder to treat.
Even if you do not have acne, visiting a dermatologist once per year is a healthy habit. Skin problems go beyond acne breakouts. Annual skin checks help catch and address abnormal skin changes early. Contact The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute today at (925) 528-0117.
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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