With most medical treatments, doctors and their patients must evaluate what we call the risk-benefit equation, and determine if the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks. When it comes to treating a severe form of acne called cystic acne – a condition that causes nodules that turn into painful cysts – the medication Accutane has triggered some controversy about its risks vs. benefits.

Leyah Toland joined Contour Dermatology as a receptionist. She answers phone calls, helps patients schedule their appointments with medical providers.

Explore the causes and emotional toll of adult acne. With insights from Obagi’s Chief Scientist, Laurence Dryer, Ph.D., discover effective treatments.

Blu-U® is a non-invasive, photodynamic method of treating pre-cancerous Actinic Keratosis, they are thick, scaly, and crusty patches of skin.

Dr. Timothy Jochen Medical Director, Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center Dr. Jochen specializes in Mohs Surgery for skin cancer…

Blackheads, annoying dark colored blemishes that show exact GPS location of your oiliest pores. No one likes the look of a dirt town development on their face.

Dr. Timothy Jochen, Board Certified Dermatologist with Contour Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center talks with Jenifer Daniels of CBS about scars.

The first step is to get the acne under control. For moderate to severe acne, I typically recommend Accutane. It’s a proven therapy and only requires a short course, but has long-lasting results.

Nurse Practitioner Xarlyn treats Jackie’s acne scars with our Sublative Laser. This is a RF laser treatment for acne scars that stubbornly stick around.

Nobody likes acne scars, but when you have one that has been around for ages they can be tough to hide. Elaine Woo-Gallagher, shows how to excise a scar.

Dermabrasion is a common procedure where the skin is sanded down to reduce the appearance of scarring due to acne or surgery.

Perfect package for a little extra help to reduce unwanted pimples. Little or no downtime required for the procedures and can be done every two to four weeks.

Redness. A skin concern that can be indicative of many things including sunburn, rosacea, sensitive skin or an allergic reaction.

Dr. Timothy Jochen demonstrates a dilated blood vessel (Papular Telangiectasia) treatment with a VBeam Laser. The can occur anywhere on the body.

Pigmentation after an acne lesion is common in darker skin types; and is often confused as a “scar”. Hyperpigmentation does not have texture, it only has discoloration.