Does Aviclear permanently change your oil glands?

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I’m rather confused about the literature on Aviclear. Various interviews with practicioners say that the effect of Aviclear can last up to two years. However, if the laser permanently damages the oil glands why would these start to produce sebum again after two years? Or are new glands likely to form? Or is this because the clinical trials only happened two years ago therefore it isn’t known what happens after those two years?

Bradley Drury, MD · Answer

AviClear is a laser treatment that targets oil glands in your skin to help reduce acne. When the laser is used, it can damage those oil glands so they don’t produce as much oil, which is good because too much oil can cause acne.
Now, you’re asking why the effect might only last two years if the laser damages those oil glands. It’s a great question! The laser can reduce the activity of the oil glands, but it doesn’t necessarily destroy them forever. So after some time, it’s possible that the oil glands slowly recover and start producing oil again; although it may not be as much as before. 
The two-year mark is often mentioned because the studies on AviClear did not follow people for longer than that. It might last longer for some, while other glands might recover sooner.

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