What Makes a Dermatology Specialist at Sinnonhyeon Station So Different?

Hello, this is Lee Jiham Dermatology Gangnam Branch.

Are you troubled by acne? Many people are exhausted by acne that keeps coming back even when covered with makeup, or by acne that improves briefly after taking medication only to return again. Today, I’d like to explain in detail about ART Laser treatment, which addresses the root cause of acne. Through this article, I hope you can gain information that will be practically helpful for your acne concerns.

Not long ago, a patient came into the clinic. Inflammatory acne was spread across the entire face, and sebum secretion in the T-zone was especially severe. “Doctor, I’ve even lost the desire to meet people because of my acne. I’ve taken medication and applied ointments, but it keeps coming back. Can this really get better?” they asked, looking exhausted.

After carefully checking the skin condition, it wasn’t just acne—the pores were also significantly enlarged, and sebum secretion was excessive. In cases like this, treating only the skin surface means the acne will keep recurring. That’s because the sebaceous glands themselves are overactive. So I recommended ART Laser treatment to the patient.

Why does acne keep coming back?

If you understand how acne develops, you can see why ART Laser is effective. Inside our skin, there are oil glands called sebaceous glands. When these sebaceous glands secrete too much sebum, the pores become clogged. When keratin and bacteria are added to this, inflammatory acne occurs.

Most conventional acne treatments focus on calming already existing acne or removing dead skin cells on the skin surface. Of course, these treatments can be effective, but if the sebaceous glands keep producing too much sebum, acne has no choice but to return. It is like wiping away the overflowing water from a bucket while leaving the faucet running.

As a dermatology specialist near Sinnonhyeon Station, what I have learned while treating many acne patients is that true acne treatment centers on regulating the sebaceous glands themselves, which are the root cause. That is why ART Laser treatment has been drawing attention.

What is ART Laser?

ART Laser is a laser treatment that uses a 1450 nm wavelength to selectively target the sebaceous glands, which are the cause of acne. While cooling and protecting the epidermis with SCD over the acne area, the laser energy is delivered precisely to the sebaceous glands in the dermis. In this process, heat is delivered to the sebaceous glands, shrinking them, and through the recovery process, the sebaceous glands are normalized.

To put it simply, it is similar to adjusting an overactive production line in a factory to the proper level. It regulates sebaceous glands that are producing too much sebum so they produce only the amount needed by the skin. As a result, the occurrence of new acne decreases after treatment.

What are the advantages of ART Laser?

First, treatment is possible with minimal discomfort thanks to the cooling system. Unlike conventional lasers, the skin surface is cooled during treatment, allowing the procedure to be performed safely without burns or excessive irritation.

Second, the procedure time is short. For the entire face, the treatment is finished in about 30 minutes to an hour, so even busy people can receive it without much burden. Many office workers even come during lunch break.

Third, it has excellent inflammation-reducing effects. It not only reduces sebum secretion but also helps quickly calm already existing inflammatory acne.

Fourth, it reduces sebum secretion. From the second week after treatment, you can noticeably feel that sebum production has decreased. As a dermatology specialist near Sinnonhyeon Station, the responses I hear most often from patients are, “My makeup doesn’t break down as easily,” and “My face doesn’t get as shiny in the afternoon.”

How is ART Laser treatment carried out?

The treatment proceeds in a total of four steps. In the first step, the epidermis in the acne area is cooled with SCD. This process is very important because it protects the skin surface while allowing energy to be delivered to deeper layers.

In the second step, laser energy is delivered. The 1450 nm wavelength laser reaches the sebaceous glands deep in the dermis with precision and applies heat. Since a numbing cream is applied in advance, pain is greatly reduced. There is a tingling sensation, but most patients can tolerate it well.

In the third step, heat is delivered to the sebaceous glands to shrink them. In this process, the size and activity of the overactive sebaceous glands decrease.

The fourth step is the recovery process, during which the sebaceous glands are normalized. For a few days after the procedure, the skin may be slightly red, but daily life is not greatly affected. Washing your face and applying makeup are both possible from the next day.

A final note

There is something I want to say to those of you who are struggling with acne. Please do not give up. Even if you have tried many treatments without seeing results, it may simply mean you have not yet received a treatment that addresses the root cause.

ART Laser is a treatment that addresses the root cause of acne by regulating the sebaceous glands themselves. It does not simply remove acne that appears on the surface; it helps prevent recurrence. If you receive comprehensive management over an 8-week structured program, including sebum control, exfoliation, inflammation relief, and improvement of marks, you can definitely improve.

We believe dermatology care is not just treatment, but a process of completing your beauty. Every skin is different. Lee Jiham provides not just simple procedures, but diagnosis and solutions tailored to each person’s skin. Through honest care and proven procedures, we will continue to be a place you can trust for a long time. Acne is a condition that can improve sufficiently. We support you in regaining clear and healthy skin through proper treatment and consistent care.

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