ACNE TREATMENT AT image Dermatology ® P.C.

Treatment for acne

Many teens and adults believe that acne is just an unfortunate part of life. While certain stages of life increase the appearance of acne, patients in Montclair, New Jersey, don’t just have to live with it. Today, there are many options for treatment. However, your first step is to consult with a dermatologist you know and trust.

Dr. Jeanine Downie at image Dermatology ® P.C. has been helping her teen and adult patients find relief from acne for many years. She understands that acne can be an embarrassing and frustrating skin condition for people of all ages and skin types. If you’re wondering if your acne needs professional treatment, consider the following:

  • Severity: Most teens and adults get the occasional pimple. Even if they erupt at the worst possible time, a pimple now and then is likely not a reason to schedule a doctor’s appointment. However, if your acne is more severe, a dermatologist can help get it under control.
  • Over-the-counter treatments don’t help: Many products on the market today can help improve and prevent acne. If you feel like you’ve tried them all and nothing helps, it might be time to see a professional and receive professional-grade treatment.
  • Acne is caused by medication: If your acne flares after beginning medication, particularly those for anxiety or depression, be sure to tell your doctor. She may recommend an alternative medicine with fewer side effects or prescribe a treatment to address the acne.
  • You see scars: Acne can often come and go with no lingering side effects. However, it can also cause scarring that lasts for many years after the pimples disappear. If you’re beginning to notice scarring caused by your acne, it’s time to contact a dermatologist for help.
  • Self-esteem: If the acne makes you feel self-conscious or causes you to avoid social situations, it might be time to seek professional help. A doctor can help clear up the acne and improve your self-confidence.

Actual Patient Results



If you choose to seek professional help, your doctor will likely want to understand some specific information, including:

  • How long have you been experiencing acne outbreaks?
  • Has the acne gotten worse over time?
  • What treatments have you tried, and for how long?

Recommended Treatments:

Dr. Jeanine Downie and her team often recommend the following acne treatment options, which are available at her office:

  • Topical prescriptions
  • Oral prescriptions
  • A series of chemical peels
  • Oral antibiotics
  • Oral Accutane
  • No picking or popping of acne

If you’re struggling with acne and want help, call image Dermatology ® P.C. today at (973) 509-6900.

Dr. Jeanine Downie is an experienced and popular dermatologist in Montclair. She possesses extensive experience and training in all aspects of dermatology, including cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery. Dr. Downie provides modern and cutting-edge dermatology treatments to everyone in your family in a professional, competent and compassionate manner while ensuring that your individual and unique needs are met. Having received rigorous academic training, she completed her residency in Dermatology at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City and also served as Chief Resident. She continues to upgrade her skills set and share her knowledge through professional affiliations and lecturing assignments on behalf of several renowned medical societies such as The Skin Cancer Foundation and The American Academy of Dermatology, among others. She also frequently interacts with the public through popular television shows such as Good Morning America, The Today Show, and The Dr. Oz Show, to name a few.