Everything you need to know about medical treatments for acne

Dr Marc-André Doré

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

From home remedies to the latest medications, diets and therapies, the wide variety of treatments to prevent or cure acne can be overwhelming. How do you know what to look for? Which medical treatments are the most effective? Can we rely on over-the-counter medications or is a prescription treatment better?

Dr. Marc-André Doré, dermatologist at DermaGo.ca, sheds light on the medical treatments available to treat this widespread skin condition.

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