Clear skin is possible — and we've proven it for 35 years
Dr. Lauber exclusively uses Accutane® for acne and has done so successfully for over 35 years with more than 7,000 patients. Thousands of before-and-after photos line our Newport Beach waiting room — stop by anytime, never a charge.
Understanding Acne
Why treat acne — and what causes it
Why treat acne at all?
Acne affects people of all ages, races, and economic backgrounds. One of the most common myths is that acne is something you simply have to let run its course. That belief can be costly: without treatment, dark spots and permanent scars can appear as acne clears.
Beyond the physical marks, acne takes a real toll on confidence. Treating acne effectively does more than clear the skin — it restores a person's sense of self. That's why early, expert treatment matters.
What causes acne?
Acne happens when three things combine: hormone secretion, overactive oil glands, and bacteria. When a pore becomes blocked, oil and bacteria get trapped, causing redness, inflammation, and ultimately a pimple.
Adult acne is far more common than most people think — roughly 38% of adults aged 25–34 have had a breakout within the last year. Stress is a primary trigger, though weather, heat, and humidity also play a role. Certain cosmetics can irritate the skin as well, sometimes making professional acne treatment in Newport Beach necessary.
When It's More Than a Breakout
What is considered severe acne?
Moderate to moderately severe acne consists of several whiteheads, blackheads, papules, and pustules covering roughly one-quarter to three-quarters of the face and/or other parts of the body.
Severe acne goes further — deep cysts, redness, swelling, extreme damage to the skin, and scarring. This is the stage where acne stops being "just a phase" and starts permanently changing your skin.
Early treatment prevents scarring
The best time to treat acne is before scars form. If you're seeing deep breakouts, don't wait — call Dr. Lauber today.
The Treatment We Trust
Accutane® — the only acne medicine that consistently works
Dr. Lauber exclusively prescribes Accutane® for acne because it is the only doctor-prescribed medicine that consistently works. It is a strong medicine — and that's precisely why it should be managed by an experienced, board-certified dermatologist, not guessed at by anyone else.
What patients worry about — and the truth
Many patients come to us worried about the "purge effect" — the fear that acne gets worse before it gets better. With the way Dr. Lauber prescribes Accutane, using the lowest dose manufactured, this risk is virtually eliminated.
Others have been frightened by what they've read online about side effects. In Dr. Lauber's experience, when Accutane is dosed properly, side effects are minimized — in most cases, to dry lips only.
A common myth, cleared up
You are not mandated to be on two forms of birth control to take Accutane. That misinformation has spread widely online — it is simply not accurate.
If the right doctor is prescribing it, Accutane is a miracle drug — plain and simple. Dr. Lauber's job is to give you "movie star" perfect skin, and the thousands of before-and-after photos in our office speak for themselves.
There is never a fee to discuss your case with Dr. Lauber on the phone. Call (949) 646-9098 and speak with him directly.
Your Path to Clear Skin
What to expect
Call Dr. Lauber
A free, personal conversation about your skin. No consultation fee, no obligation — just honest advice.
Office evaluation
Your skin is assessed in a private, comfortable setting. Come by anytime to review thousands of before-and-after photos.
Personalized Accutane plan
Prescribed at the lowest effective dose to minimize side effects and virtually eliminate any purge.
Clear, confident skin
Follow-up care until the results you deserve are achieved — and maintained.
Acne Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is Accutane safe?
When prescribed and dosed properly by an experienced physician, yes. Dr. Lauber has safely treated over 7,000 patients across 35 years, using the lowest dose manufactured to keep side effects minimal — most commonly dry lips only.
Will my acne get worse before it gets better?
Not the way we prescribe it. The feared "purge effect" is virtually eliminated because Dr. Lauber starts Accutane at the lowest manufactured dose.
Do I need two forms of birth control to take Accutane?
No. This is a common misconception that has spread across the internet. Dr. Lauber will explain exactly what is right for your situation during your free phone consultation.
Can I see before-and-after results before committing?
Absolutely. Thousands of before-and-after photos of happy acne patients are displayed in our waiting room. Stop by anytime to review them — there's never a charge.
Ready for your clearest skin yet?
Call today to talk with Dr. Lauber about your acne — free, private, and without pressure.