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Best Laser Treatments for Back Acne?
asked 2 years ago by Lucy2009 in Los Angeles, CA
Latest answer by Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Question viewed 362 times
Tags: age 25-34, back, female, acne
What kind of treatment (lasers, light therapy, etc.) would work best for active back acne and how long do the results of these treatments last? I'm in my 30s and am getting desperate! Thank you!
1 answer to Best Laser Treatments for Back Acne?
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Of course, the best and most permanent treatment is Accutane. However, this should only be used if other therapeutic options have been exhausted such as hormonal treatments and various antibiotics.
If even Accutane has failed, and back acne can be stubborn, the Smoothbeam laser is probably the best solution. This diode laser disrupts the sebaceous glands and will put them into a quiescent state for about 6 months to a year. Another choice would be Blu-light, with or without Levulan....
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Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist