Best Acne Treatments

A plastic surgeon in Chicago has been using Botox for a whole new way-to treat acne. This muscle relaxant injected directly into the skin to remove the open pores, reduce sebum production and, of course, outbreaks of acne.

Acne occurs when sebaceous glands produce an excess of fat in the pores. The bacteria use the fat to feed and multiply, causing inflammation of the pores and pimples. According to this specialist, Botox paralyzes the production of sebum, depriving the bacteria of sustenance.

The truth is that the procedure of injecting small amounts of Botox into the dermis is very complex technically. It must be very accurately or they may end up dramatically changing facial expressions of the patient.

It is thought that Botox works by blocking acetylcholine in the dermis. It is known that acetylcholine increases the production of sebum. Furthermore, this treatment paralyzes the small erector muscle of hair around the pores and causes its expansion.

Keep in mind that other treatments for severe acne have been well received. Accutane, for example, is a drug that reduces fat production, but their side effects can include liver damage, bleeding in the mouth, defects in fetuses and even suicide. However, this treatment with Botox is still experimental, so we’ll have to wait and see whether it may constitute an alternative.

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