Dermatologist in Colorado Springs, CO.

Everyone is exposed to acne myths growing up, and even with so much access to information, it's still difficult to dispel many of these. One of the most common myths is that acne is something you simply have to endure and that it's best to just ignore it until it stops on its own. But in fact, acne treatment is possible with the help of our Trinidad, and Colorado Springs, CO, dermatologist. You can learn more about available treatment options by reaching out to the Skin Cancer & Dermatology Center with Dr. Brett Matheson, Dr. Christopher Sartori, and Dr. Martin Harris.

Dispelling Myths

Improper hygiene and diet alone are not causing your breakouts, more common myths regarding acne treatment point to eating chocolate and not washing enough as the cause of your acne. Although there is no direct link between certain foods and acne, a good diet can improve your overall health, and even though soap alone cannot prevent breakouts, good hygiene can help from exacerbating the problem.

Medication

Your doctor can recommend and prescribe medication that can help reduce acne breakouts. Benzoyl peroxide is the common ingredient in many topical medications, which targets acne-causing bacteria beneath the skin. There are different types of oral medication that your doctor can also prescribe to help manage your acne symptoms. Your doctor can also prescribe a stronger medication for more severe forms of acne.

Other Treatments

Besides helping you prevent breakouts your dermatologist also offers a variety of treatment options to minimize the effect of acne scars. This can include resurfacing procedures that provide many other skin benefits. Your doctor can also perform safe drainage and extraction of whiteheads, blackheads, and of large cysts.

Acne Treatment in Colorado Springs, CO

If you are interested in acne treatment and live in or near the area of Colorado Springs, CO, you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Matheson, Dr. Sartori, and Dr. Harris of the Skin Cancer & Dermatology Center by calling today. Call our Colorado Springs, CO, office at (719) 574-0310 and our Trinidad, CO, office at (800) 290-2478.