By: Dr. Oscar Hevia
Some adults, even those who never suffered from adolescent acne, may experience adult cystic acne, caused by an inflamed cyst that forms in the deeper layers of the skin. This type of acne does not respond well to drying creams, which don’t penetrate beyond the surface layer.
However, a very effective treatment for cystic acne, or a blemish that can linger for weeks or months after the cyst subsides, is an anti-inflammatory cortisone injection, which will reduce the inflammation and thereby shrink the cyst. While this may not be a desirable remedy for every outbreak, it certainly provides a viable treatment option prior to a special event. Typically, the cyst or the blemish will disappear within 24 hours after the injection. Continue reading
The neck and décolletage often come under increased scrutiny as the skin in these areas reveals the signs of exposure to the sun or the natural aging process. On the neck you may notice sagging jowls, general fullness, or cords or bands. The skin on the upper chest, referred to as the décolletage, may appear “leathery” or reveal v-shaped lines. Rejuvenation and/or restoration of a smoother, toned appearance to these all too often neglected areas, is almost always possible with various treatments, based on the issues that arise, as follows: 
