Does a low dose of Accutane have less side effects?
In this video Dr. Colsky addresses the questions: “Does a low dose of Accutane have less side effects? Are side effects of Accutane dose-dependent?
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Are antibiotics effective in treating rosacea?
In this video, Dr. Colsky discusses the use of antibiotics to treat acne rosacea. Rosacea is similar to acne but it does not have any blackheads or whiteheads. Many …
Do I need to use a topical medication while I’m taking Accutane?
In this video Dr. Colsky addresses a common question encountered at Advanced Acne Institute. Is a topical medicine necessary while undergoing treatment with Accutane? When a patient is undergoing …
How long does it take for Spironolactone to start making acne better?
In this video, Dr. Colsky discusses the use of spironolactone for acne, focusing on the time it takes for spironolactone to start making acne better. While some patients begin …
How effective are antibiotics for treating acne? Do antibiotics really work for treating acne?
In this video, Dr. Colsky discusses the use of antibiotics for acne treatment based on experience at Advanced Acne Institute. The effectiveness of antibiotics for acne under different circumstances …
Is Accutane covered by insurance?
In this video I discuss the common question asking if Accutane (isotretinoin) is covered by medical insurance. I explain that most insurance companies do cover Accutane treatment however there …
My topical acne treatment is causing my skin to become dry and irritated!
In this video I discuss a very common side effect of many topical acne treatments. Many prescription acne creams and gels and lotions often cause the skin to become …
Should I See a Dermatologist for Hormonal Acne?
For someone who is suffering with hormonal acne, can a dermatologist help? The short answer is yes, absolutely. However, the better answer is, well, still, yes, absolutely, but you’ll have to …
Don’t Let Acne Stop You From Dating
Tips on How to Leverage your Fashionable Style to Divert Attention Away from Problem Skin We’ve all been there. Doing everything we can to make a good first impression. …
Is Accutane better than antibiotics, birth control or other prescriptions for acne?
Is Accutane better than Retin-A? Is Accutane better than benzoyl peroxide? Is Accutane better than doxycycline? These are common questions that are asked when different treatments are being considered. …