If you’re having trouble managing your acne, a virtual doctor’s appointment could help.

Even though we are all sheltering in place right now, we know that acne isn’t going to wait until the pandemic is over to rear its ugly head. If you are dealing with breakouts, we know how important it is to be able to get your acne under control. This is why your dermatologist in Batavia, Wheaton, Naperville, Elgin, Aurora and Dekalb, IL, Dr. Sharon Horton, is happy to offer telemedicine visits.

A telemedicine appointment can be beneficial for those dealing with acne and other skin problems for many reasons including:

• Getting immediate medical care from our dermatologist without having to leave your home
• Getting an appointment when it’s most convenient with your schedule
• No waiting room and no travel time
• Monitoring current acne treatments to see if they are working effectively
• Refilling acne medications and other prescriptions
• Providing helpful strategies, at-home tips, and more for how to care for acne-prone skin
• Recommending certain products that could reduce acne breakouts

All you need is a reliable internet connection and a computer (or a smartphone). Schedule a telemedicine visit with us and then hop online when it’s time for your appointment. It’s simple and easy. For visible skin problems such as acne, psoriasis, and rashes, these telemedicine visits can be as helpful as regular in-person appointments.

It’s important to keep up with any and all medications that your dermatologist has given you. Remember that you won’t see results for several weeks, so don’t give up on a medication or treatment right away. It will take time. Of course, here are some simple habits that can also improve acne-prone skin:

• Wash your face twice a day with warm water and a mild cleanser
• Keep skin moisturized
• Find ways to reduce stress
• Stay hydrated
• Disinfect your phone every day
• Wash pillows and bedding regularly
• Get good-quality sleep
• Avoid certain foods that could trigger or exacerbate breakouts (e.g. dairy; sugar)
• Avoid touching your face (and don’t pick or pop pimples!)
• Wear sunscreen if you’re going outside, and limit time in the sun

Thanks to telehealth visits, we are making it even easier for our patients living in Batavia, Wheaton, Naperville, Elgin, Aurora and Dekalb, IL, to get the quality dermatological care they need even during these challenging times. If you are dealing with an urgent matter know that the team at Advanced Dermatology and Mohs Surgery is still providing treatment. Call us at (630) 482-3700 to reach any of our offices in Batavia, Wheaton, Naperville, Elgin, Aurora, or Dekalb.