There are many different types of treatments available for acne. Antibiotics are often one of the first steps taken in the treatment of acne, but when this doesn’t work there other options to treat acne as well as acne scarring.
Some medications help to reduce oil production, including Isotretinoin which contains retinol. There are also topically applied retinoid medications like Retin-A, Differin and Tazorac. Hormone therapy is an option for some women, and other treatments like Phototherapy and Thermage have also proven successful in the treatment of acne. Exfoliation can also to treat acne by unclogging pores and this can be achieved with milder forms of exfoliating creams and ointments or with stronger chemical peels.
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When it comes to acne scarring, there are several treatment options. Skin resurfacing procedures like laser resurfacing and dermabrasion can be very successful in improving the appearance of acne scars.
Other options include microdermabrasion, Intense Pulsed Light or IPL treatment, and dermal fillers like collagen injections, fat injection and hyaluronic acid injections. Steroid injections have proven helpful for some patients, and punch grafts can prove beneficial for patients with severe acne scarring.
In some cases, a combination of treatments may work best. A qualified doctor can help you to determine the best treatment option for your particular case.

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