Acne Extractions + Pimple Shots for Cystic Acne in Santa Monica
Cystic acne is one of the most painful and psychologically distressing forms of acne, characterized by deep, inflamed nodules and cysts filled with sebum, bacteria, and cellular debris. Unlike surface-level breakouts, cystic acne lesions develop far beneath the skin and rarely resolve on their own without targeted intervention. At Kare Plastic Surgery in Santa Monica, board-certified dermatologists provide professional acne extractions and combination treatments designed to rapidly clear painful cystic lesions and prevent long-term scarring.
Acne Control and Pimple Shots in Santa Monica
Attempting to extract cystic acne at home is one of the most common causes of permanent acne scarring. Without proper technique and sterile instrumentation, self-extraction drives bacteria and inflammatory debris deeper into the dermis, worsening inflammation and increasing the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and pitted scarring. Professional extraction by a board-certified dermatologist allows for precise unroofing of inflamed lesions, controlled drainage of sebum and purulent material, and immediate reduction of pressure, pain, and inflammation within the cyst.
Cortisone Injections and Sebum Extraction in Los Angeles
Intralesional cortisone injections are among the most effective interventions available for rapidly resolving deep cystic acne. A precisely measured dose of corticosteroid is injected directly into the inflamed cyst, dramatically reducing swelling, redness, and pain within 24 to 48 hours. Combined with professional sebum extraction — which physically removes the obstructing material driving the inflammatory response — cortisone injections accelerate healing and significantly reduce the likelihood of permanent scarring.
Board-Certified Dermatology Expertise at Kare Plastic Surgery
The board-certified dermatologists at Kare Plastic Surgery in Santa Monica bring specialized training and clinical precision to every acne extraction procedure. Each treatment plan is individualized to the patient's acne severity, skin type, and scarring risk, ensuring the safest and most effective outcomes. Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward clearer, healthier skin.
Laser Acne Treatments for Cystic Acne in Santa Monica
Acne can be caused by a combination of factors including diet, hormonal fluctuations, stress, skin bacteria, and active skin inflammation. It’s not uncommon for teenagers and adults to get acne, but when the acne become unremitting and leads to permanent scars, it may be time to seek immediate treatment.
Traditional dermatology treatments for acne include retinoids, topical skin cleansers, exfoliants, oral antibiotics, Accutane, and skin extractions. These treatments may work well in some, but are to be avoided in patients who have sensitivities to oral antibiotics and Accutane.
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is a specialist in the management of acne and acne scars using a combination laser approach that targets the deep sebaceous glands within the skin. Lasers can help reduce bacterial counts in the skin, inflammation, deep acne scars, cystic acne density, and hypererythema.
Our cosmetic dermatology approach in Santa Monica begins with a thorough evaluation to exclude hormonal factors that may be influencing acne breakouts, followed by weekly laser therapies to reduce skin inflammation.
In cases where acne and acne scars are present, a combination RF and laser approach may be used to treat both conditions simultaneously. Please call our Santa Monica cosmetic dermatology office at (310) 998-5533 to schedule an appointment for laser acne treatments in Santa Monica.