Photodynamic therapy is great for acne

David Hansen, MD answers: Is Photodynamic therapy a good acne and rosacea treatment?

I have tried a few treatments for my acne and rosacea but nothing has worked very well so far and someone in an acne chatroom I go to suggested I try photodynamic therapy with amnio...something acid.  First of all, what the -bleep- is it?  I've heard of Photodynamic therapy but not the acid treatment.  Also, has this been known to be a good treatment for acne and/or rosacea? Thanks,


David Hansen, MD
20 days ago
By David Hansen, MD - Beverly Hills Dermatologic surgeon

PDT is a great treatment for acne and usually takes 4 treatments at 2 weeks apart at a cost of $350 per treatment. Levulan solution is applied to the skin for 45 minutes then a Blu U light is applied for 15-20 minutes. It is totally painless and very effective. You do look quite red for 2-3 days but it is so worth it. 

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