Photodynamic therapy, also known as PDT, is a procedure that treats a combination of changes in facial skin, as well as significant sun damage. It is especially helpful for achieving a wide range of facial rejuvenation in Vancouver, including removing pre-cancerous spots (actinic keratosis), treating acne, eliminating irregular pigmentation and improving skin texture – especially reducing pore size.
Request a consultation online to learn more about improving your skin health and beauty. Through a series of PDT treatments, your skin can look refreshed and revitalized. You can also call 604-708-9891 to schedule a treatment appointment.
Photodynamic Therapy Benefits
We combine ALA (aminolevulinic acid) with intense pulsed light (IPL) to achieve photorejuvenation at The Vancouver Laser & Skin Care Centre. Acne treatment, skin rejuvenation, wrinkle reduction and scar minimization are all possible with this versatile treatment.
- Well tolerated
- Performed in a clinic environment
- No needles or surgery required
- Favourable cosmetic results
- Scarring has never been reported
How Photodynamic Therapy Works
Photodynamic skin rejuvenation utilizes intense pulsed light or another light source in combination with microdermabrasion in Vancouver and Levulan®, also known as aminolevulinic acid (ALA). Levulan® is applied topically to the whole area to be treated. The Levulan® is left on the skin to “incubate” and then activated with the appropriate light source. It is a photosensitizer that is taken up by rapidly dividing cells.
What to Expect
PDT for skin rejuvenation usually consists of 2 to 4 treatments at 3 week intervals. Following the treatment, one can expect the skin to look mildly red or even sunburned. This redness can be expected to last for a few days.
The skin improves with a more even coloured tone, smaller pore size, smoother texture, and a more youthful rejuvenated look. Reduction in overall sun damage, as well as pre-cancerous lesions and potential early skin cancer changes can also be expected. PDT therapy is very effective for the face, neck, arms, chest, hands, torso or legs.
