“Can toothpaste get rid of pimples?”

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“Can toothpaste get rid of pimples?”

I am a 22 year old male with cystic acne. Can toothpaste get rid of pimples?

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**Mr. Stephen P. Stone** Dermatologist Springfield, IL · Accepted Answer

Mr. Stephen P. Stone Dermatologist Springfield, IL

No way!

Stephen P. Stone, MD FAAD

**Suzanne Sirota Rozenberg** Dermatologist Woodmere, New York · Accepted Answer

Suzanne Sirota Rozenberg Dermatologist Woodmere, New York

Sometimes it can be used as a drying agent. It does not prevent or treat them.

Suzanne Sirota Rozenberg, DO, FAOCD, FAAD