Acne Scar Mapping: Why Diagnosis Comes Before Laser Choice
Acne scars present in distinct types, mainly ice pick, boxcar, and rolling, which often appear together on the same individual. Each type requires a different treatment approach: TCA…
Brown Acne Marks (PIH): Pigmentation Treatment for Asian Skin
Clearing acne is only half the story for many of my Asian patients, as the brown marks left behind often linger far longer than the pimples…
Lasers for Acne Marks: Vbeam, Q-Switch and Acne-Stabilising Lasers
Red acne marks are post inflammatory erythema, caused by dilated blood vessels, and they respond to the Vbeam pulsed dye laser, which is suitable for sensitive skin and…
Acne Marks vs Acne Scars: How to Tell PIH, PIE and True Scarring Apart
Acne marks are flat changes in colour without any alteration in skin texture. Red marks are known as post inflammatory erythema, or PIE, while brown marks are referred…
Back, Chest and Shoulder Acne (Bacne) Treatment in Singapore
Back, chest, and shoulder acne is driven by oil, sweat, friction, and blocked pores, all of which are amplified by Singapore's humid climate, gym routines, and tight or…
Acne Treatment for Oily Skin in Singapore’s Humid Weather
Oily skin produces excess sebum, while Singapore's humidity contributes additional sweat and traps oil against the skin surface, thereby encouraging pore blockage and subsequent breakout formation.
Eye Bags vs Tear Troughs: A Doctor Explains the Difference
They can look superficially similar in a photo. Under examination, they are completely different problems with completely different solutions.
Knee Osteoarthritis in Singapore: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Non-Surgical Treatments
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is one of most common causes of persistent knee pain in adults in Singapore. While prevalent in adults in their 40s, having knee…
Teenage Acne Treatment in Singapore: A Parent-Friendly Guide
Teenage acne is driven largely by the hormonal changes of puberty, which increase oil production and lead to blocked pores and breakouts. Treatment focuses on good medical skincare…
Hormonal Acne in Women: Signs, Causes and When to Seek Help
Hormones influence acne, but acne severity alone does not reliably indicate androgen excess. In a study of ninety adult women with acne, the more severe cases…
