Does acne only occur in teenage years?
Acne may occur at any age. The location, form(s), and the characteristics of the specific patients acne, should help the treating dermatologist ascertain possible causes and treatments for the outbreak. There is usually more to treating acne than merely recommending a standard treatment protocol. The time and effort that your dermatologist spends in evaluating your specific problem is needed to provide customized and flexible care that will provide you with maximum benefit and lessen the chance of failure or side effects. There is no substitute for medical knowledge and experience in the evaluation and treatment of Acne or any other medical problem.