Frequently Asked Questions

Lasers and other light treatments: This is becoming the go-to treatment for all types of scars because these treatments can: Prevent raised scars and keloids. Reduce the appearance of existing raised scars and keloids. Decrease scarring after surgery.

Without treatment, many people see breakouts for years. To prevent this, your dermatologist will give you a different treatment plan. This treatment plan often involves applying a medication that contains a few different acne treatments, such as benzoyl peroxide and a retinoid, to acne-prone skin.

Since eczema and atopic dermatitis are skin conditions, it makes sense that any care team would include a dermatologist. Your dermatologist may also refer you to other specialists, if needed, or work alongside other doctors and healthcare providers to help you manage your symptoms.

If OTC remedies aren't helping, it's time to call in the pros. Dermatologists consider products with hydroquinone, alone or combined with other lighteners, to be the gold standard for fading dark spots because it slows the production of pigment.

Rather than get medical treatment, some people prefer to cover up the light patches with makeup, self-tanner, or skin dye. If you want to treat vitiligo, dermatologists have treatments that can restore lost skin color.