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Photodynamic Therapy to Eliminate Sebaceous Glands?

I have extremely oily facial skin, and this has always bothered me very much. Are there any procedures that could permanently destroy some of the...

What Kind of Anti-aging Benefits Does PDT Have if IPL is Used Instead of Blue Light?

My dermatologist suggested PDT using IPL instead of Blue light to get rid of sun damage in my face and chest. Will that make my sun spots go away?...

How Long Should I Wait to Get Photo Dynamic Therapy?

Hi and thank you for any time given to my question. I was on accutane for 2 months straight 40mgs for 160pound male then 60mgs the second month. My...

How Does Dusa Photodynamic Therapy Work?

I had the procedure done today for my acne. The doctor and staff members did not an adequate job telling me exactly what was going on. They gave me an...

No Peeling After PDT. Why Didn't It Work?

I had PDT done with the ALA Levulan acid on Monday it is Saturday now. I sat for one hour with the treatment and the the PA used a Limelight Laser I...

Face Won't Tan After Blue Light with Levulan

When I was 16 (about seven years ago) I had a series of blue light with levulan treatments for moderate acne. The treatments worked well for the acne...

Photodynamic Therapy for AKs?

I had PDT for AKs on face/chest. Nothing happened after treatment. No reaction or change in skin. It cost $850 not covered by insurance. Is it common...

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