{"id":38265,"date":"2024-03-07T16:53:48","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T11:53:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/?p=38265"},"modified":"2024-03-07T17:04:26","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T12:04:26","slug":"how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Find the Right Treatment for Milia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milia is a common dermatological condition. It looks similar to whiteheads so people sometimes get confused. They are not harmful but can cause harm to the aesthetic profile. They are tiny cysts that are filled with keratin. For <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dermatology\/milia-treatment\/\">Milia Treatment In Dubai<\/a><b>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a wide range of options are available. Not everyone is suitable for every procedure that\u2019s why the research on <\/span><b>How To Find The Right Treatment For Milia in Dubai &amp; Abu Dhabi <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is very vital.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Milia\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is Milia?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiny, white, or yellow-looking bumps that are also known by the name of milk spots. They usually appear on the nose, cheeks, and chin. It is a frequently occurring phenomenon where small bumps start to appear on our skin. There can be numerous reasons why they exist which include too much sun exposure, genetic conditions, and our body\u2019s autoimmune response.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia\/#Types\" >Types:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia\/#Causes\" >Causes:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia\/#Treatment_Options\" >Treatment Options:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia\/#Influencing_Factors\" >Influencing Factors:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia\/#How_To_Avoid_Milia\" >How To Avoid Milia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia\/#Additional_Safety_Guidelines\" >Additional Safety Guidelines:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/how-to-find-the-right-treatment-for-milia\/#Book_A_Free_Consultation\" >Book A Free Consultation:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neonatal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juvenile.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milia en plaque.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple eruptive.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Causes:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following are the reasons as to why milia can appear on your skin:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is formed when a certain type of protein called keratin becomes trapped underneath the skin and causes a cyst to form.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Damage from bad hygiene practices and sun exposure can also influence the formation of white and yellow-looking small bumps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skincare products that are heavy and oil-based can result in the clogging of pores which can result in milia formation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetics or family history can also become the factors that are responsible for this issue.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain medical conditions such as<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bullous pemphigoid or porphyria Cutanea-tarda can also increase the risk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicines such as corticosteroids or topical steroids can also contribute to their development.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_Options\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment Options:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following options are available at our institution that will help you get rid of it:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>De-roofing: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This technique demands the dermatologist to use a sterilized needle or a customized kind of blade to eliminate the appearance of these yellowish-white spots. It is the most used method as its main goal is to take out the keratin stuff present inside the pores.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Curettage: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this method, a special instrument which is designed like a spoon is used by your specialist to gently and carefully take away the cyst. This will aid in making your skin look and feel more smooth and clean.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cryotherapy: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It uses liquid nitrogen to freeze the bumps. Furthermore, they will be destroyed which will help to get rid of individual or small groups of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/dermatology\/milia-treatment\/\">milia treatment<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Influencing_Factors\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Influencing Factors:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following factors are responsible for deciding which treatment is suitable for you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different type of milia requires different treatments. As for primary ones, exfoliation can help while milia en plaque requires to application of some heavy techniques.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it has appeared on a sensitive area like near eyes, mild or gentle procedures must be used to avoid any chance of irritating the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of bumps, if they are large in number more intense methods must be used.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have sensitive skin you can\u2019t use procedures that can easily harm your dermal layer.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients&#8217; preference also matters. After the diagnosis, the doctor tells about the options for treatment. If it doesn\u2019t have any risks involved you can choose what you want.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes cost can also become a deciding factor when deciding on what method to use.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The side effects associated with different kinds of methods can decide which will be best suited.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Avoid_Milia\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Avoid Milia?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following points should be kept in mind and taken care of if you want to prevent this problem from happening:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to use products that have comedogenic properties.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid facewashes and cosmetics that are heavily oil-based.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In your skincare routine make a habit of exfoliation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear sunscreen with a good amount of SPF that can protect your skin from harsh UV rays.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The biggest reason why our pores clog is not taking the makeup off in a proper manner. We sometimes sleep while wearing it which clogs our pores very severely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t pop or squeeze it as it can increase the chance of getting more of these.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Safety_Guidelines\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional Safety Guidelines:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following precautions should be taken into consideration while going for milia treatments:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They must be performed at a dermatologist clinic or a medical spa.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any dermal condition, you must inform your specialist beforehand to avoid any negative consequences in the future.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must follow all the post-treatment instructions to sustain the results and prevent them from forming again.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid do-it-yourself treatments. Although, most of the time they use natural ingredients they have properties that are not suitable to be applied on the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never squeeze or pick these tiny seeming bumps, they can reproduce which will be difficult to handle.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_A_Free_Consultation\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book A Free Consultation:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For further information about <\/span><b>How To Find The Right Treatment For Milia in Dubai &amp; Abu Dhabi. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out your details in the form below to redeem a free consultation with us today. 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