Objectives: Highlighting the importance of discussing Acne treatment in clinical and aesthetic dermatology.
Discussing management plans for Acne treatment for best outcomes (Where and when to manage)
Reviewing different available options for management of Acne and Acne scars
Introduction: Acne vulgaris is the most common skin disease that can lead to disfigurement and psychological distress. Treatments of acne include proper skin care, topical medications, oral medications and procedural therapies
Materials / method: Review of the literature using the key words: Acne treatment, Acne scars, where Acne patients seek medical advice?
Results: Topical agents are the first-line treatment for mild-to-moderate acne and can be used as combination therapy for more severe acne. Systemic therapies are usually prescribed for the initial treatment of moderate-to-severe acne as well as for acne that is refractory to topical therapies Combined treatment of scars offer the best results with the highest safety profile and maximum efficacy. Early therapeutic intervention is the clue for the best outcome
Conclusion: Acne and Acne Scar management is a crucial topic in dermatology with new updates every day. Proper assessment including patients' considerations, prophylactic measures and earliest combined interventions give the best possible outcome
Disclosures
Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No
Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No
Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No
Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
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This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability