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Thank you for your question. I highly recommend to use a physical block daily, while on Accutane it is highly recommended to do so as the risk of a sunburn is much higher. You can find physical blocks that contain Zinc Oxide + Titanium Dioxide, these are can be available at most Dermatology offices and some spas. You could also use a chemical block which can be most commonly found at stores and pharmacies, these are your regular brands on the market. Make sure when selecting a chemical block that it states it protects against both UVA + UVB rays. Even after your course of Accutane is complete I encourage you to continue the use of sunscreens to help protect your skin from sun damage.I hope this helps.Regards,Sheetal Sapra, MD, FRCPC
Our office has many different treatments for acne scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Acne scars require a combination approach using our HI DEF protocol which uses a combination of lasers, topical scar modulation, and RF treatments to pixelate scars, improve contour, reduce...
Low- dose Isotretinoin is effective for papular-pustular rosacea, however many patients will experience return of symptoms after several months of discontinuing the medication. To maintain skin clarity, weekly low-dose maintenance may be required.Below is an excerpt from a recent study (J ...
Isotretinoin should have no effect on a dermal fillers.I performed a literature search and did not find any published reports suggesting that isotretinoin would have an effect on a dermal filler.
