How bad does acne have to be for a prescription?

i have some scarring and a lot of black heads on my nose but how many zits and can a derma. just send you home without anything?How bad does acne have to be for a prescription?
If someone visits a dermatologist, depending on what you have (which in your specific case could be considered chronic since you have scarring...unless you squeeze everyday...) the dermatologist can prescribe different medications to ease your type of skin concern. Speaking very frank, most dermatologists will not send you home empty handed or without incite into what otc (over the counter) product to buy because it is their job and their livelyhood to take care of your skin problem or concern.


Technically speaking, if you are a teenager with major hormone changes, a doctor Can send you home empty-handed. If this has been the case, do not sweat the issue, find a suitable face cleanser at your local grocery store and clean your face for at least a week when you get up in the morning and right before you go to bed. If you see improvement, congratulations, if not, then get a second opinion from a second dermatologist. Above all, please try to find out and understand Your type of skin, because everyone's is different and can be treated differently.