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Photodynamic Therapy
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What is Photodynamic Therapy?
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) utilizes the topical application of aminolevulinic acid (Levulan® ) that is subsequently activated by light to achieve a therapeutic effect.
What is Photodynamic Therapy used for?
Photodynamic Therapy has many applications but is used primarily for aesthetic improvement of aging and photodamage including fine lines and brown spots of the skin and in treatment of acne at Plastic Surgery of Southern Connecticut.
How is acne treated with Photodynamic Therapy?
Many factors can contribute to the cause of acne and its appropriate treatment depends upon the nature, extent, duration and severity of the lesions as well as psychological factors. Levulan®, a clear liquid, is applied to the skin after which the patient is treated with blue light utilizing the ClearLight machine from Lumenis. The Levulan® serves as a photosensitizing agent that helps kill the bacteria most commonly associated with acne. Currently four treatments four weeks apart are utilized followed by long-term maintenance treatments. Treatment is limited to mild to moderate inflammatory acne lesions.
How is Photodynamic Therapy sued for skin care?
At Plastic Surgery of Southern Connecticut, photodynamic therapy is utilized as an adjunct to photorejuvenation. Levulan® is applied to the skin after which the patient is treated with intense pulsed light therapy(IPL).
Are there risks associated with Photodynamic Therapy?
As with any medical or surgical procedure there are risks and possible complications. A thorough consideration of all risks, alternatives and potential benefits is an important part of the pretreatment consultative process.
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