The science of dermatology is consistently evolving for sufferers of acne. One effective treatment for aggressive acne is ALA/PDT (also referred to as Levulan and Photo Dynamic Therapy). The combination of these treatments produce excellent improvements in the skin. The treatment combo is known to treat stubborn forms of acne and can enhance the appearance of acne scars, diminish pores and subdue oil glands.
If you're curious about how the treatment works, it starts serenely with the cleansing of the skin. The next step includes the application of ALA (aminolevulinic acid HCl), which is a topical solution that is administered directly to the areas for treatment. Some patients see significant improvement by using the ALA alone. However, patients with defiant acne can choose to have an additional treatment added to the ALA solution. The next phase to treating intense acne is to allow the topical solution (ALA) to sit on the skin for a period of 30, 60 or more minutes, then introduce the Photodynamic Therapy to the skin. The PDT is a process of using a Blu-U light on the skin continually for 8 to 10 minutes. Patients have mixed opinions about the PDT being painless. For lifetime acne sufferers, the effects of treatment may seem painless, for others, the pain may be at the highest level on the pain scale. Although the process of the ALA/PDT last no more than 90 minutes, the recovery time extends past 5 days. Treatment spans to the after care of the procedure.
Acne suffers often are afflicted with self-esteem issues. The residual effects of the treatment can be misleading on the day(s) following the procedure when the skin sheds the outer layers. Medical experts recommend a treatment plan of 3 months; however, the patient and physician can adjust that accordingly. Be mindful of the reported side-effects like scars, swelling and a high level of residual pain. Doctors recommend applying ice to the skin and often prescribe NSAIDs like Tylenol and Advil. Get rid of your acne with the ALA/PDT treatment today by visiting Nulook Medspa. To book an appointment, contact us today, we will help restore your skin and your confidence with the ALA/PDT treatment!
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