Photodynamic Therapy in West Palm Beach, Florida (FL)

Photodynamic therapy or PDT is a microdermabrasion procedure that begins with preparing your skin to absorb the photosensitizer (aminolerulnic acid or ALA). Next, the ALA is placed on the targeted area and left on for 30 minutes, typically. One of the advantages of ALA is that it is only necessary to apply it to the troubled areas of the skin. Finally a light source, or laser is used on the skin to activate the ALA.

The light sources damages or demolishes the tissues that have soaked up the ALA. In some cases, actinic keratoses can be treated by just one application. Since ALA concentrates in rapidly growing and malignant cells, ALA-PDT is being studied for the treatment of superficial basal and squamous cell skin cancer.

When acne is treated with ALA-PDT, the ALA is absorbed into the oil glands and hair follicles. When activated by the light or laser, the ALA damages the oil glands and reduces the acne bacteria. This treatment helps reduce, and in some cases completely remove, acne.

About Vein and Cosmetic Center of the Palm Beaches

Those looking for a West Palm Beach cosmetic dermatologist should look no further than Vein and Cosmetic Center of the Palm Beaches. Located in West Palm Beach, Florida, Dr. Z. Catherine Navarro, MD and her team of experienced and skilled professionals are on hand to provide patients with the very best in skin care medicine and service. With a commitment to excellence, Dr. Navarro is happy to share her experience and expertise with her patients in helping them to achieve their cosmetic dermatology goals so they can discover their own natural beauty. With the most effective equipment and top-notch technology available, this West Palm Beach cosmetic dermatologist ensures that every patient is given the best possible care and service, allowing them their best chance for a successful and satisfying outcome. The West Palm Beach cosmetic dermatologist uses only the best, most efficient and least invasive treatment options and procedures in helping their patients in their cosmetic skin care needs. As many people suffer from skin conditions and other imperfections they feel unsatisfied with, Dr. Navarro and her staff ensure that every patient receive treatment in the safest and most welcoming environment possible. Consultation is available for those wishing to speak with a professional, thus allowing the patient and doctor to select the treatment that best suits the patient’s needs.