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 Azani Medical Spa: Aesthetic, Anti-Aging, and Plastic Surgery CenterAt Azani Medical Spa with Dr. Monica Gavin, patients are provided with effective Bethlehem cosmetic treatment using proven equipment and medical technology to ensure safety and well-being. Each member of the medical staff, including Dr. Gavin, is fully trained and highly determined to bring success to patients at this facility. Those interested in receiving treatment at this clinic are encouraged to seek consultation with Dr. Gavin to discuss their condition as well as the options available to them at this Bethlehem cosmetic treatment facility.
There is a wide variety of Bethlehem cosmetic treatments available at this Azani Medical Spa. Some of the options available to patients who seek treatment with this facility are Body Jet Liposuction, BOTOX ®, Cool Lipo, chemical peels, Deep FX fractional resurfacing, dermabrasion, dermal fillers, laser hair removal and laser tattoo removal. Many other options are also available and those interested are encouraged to speak with a medical professional for more information.
