Charlotte Acne Surgery doctors

	Elizabeth F. Rostan, MD Charlotte Dermatologist 130 Providence Road Suite 100, Charlotte		1 answer
	Briggs E. Cook, Jr., MD Charlotte Oculoplastic Surgeon 16610 Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville
	Joseph Hunstad, MD Charlotte Plastic Surgeon 11208 Statesville Road Suite 300, Huntersville
	Patrick McElgunn, MD Charlotte Dermatologist 5815 Blakeney Park Drive Suite 100, Charlotte
	Charles J. Brown, MD Charlotte Dermatologist 2310 Randolph Road, Charlotte

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When is Acne Surgery the Best Solution to Treat Acne? I have tried almost everything to get rid of my severe acne, but nothing seems to work in the long-term, so I am starting to think I need to consider a more drastic solution. When is surgery an appropriate and effective acne treatment?

A: Acne surgery best for clogged pores

Acne surgery refers to a method to remove clogged pores or blackheads. Usually the top of the blackhead is pierced with a small tipped lancet and then lateral pressure with gauze covered fingers or a small extraction tool is applied to extract the clogged material within the pore. Sometimes this is combined with steaming or chemical peel to help loosen the pores. This procedure is sometimes covered by insurance - particularly if you are younger than 25. It is not a cure for nodular acne but can be helpful in clearing blackheads that are not clearing with topical medications.

Elizabeth F. Rostan, MD

Charlotte Dermatologist