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Photodynamic Therapy to Eliminate Sebaceous Glands?

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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 sebaceous glands in my face to cause a permanent reduction in oil production?I have heard of people going on low dose isotretinoin for this, but I'm not keen on this idea, and am looking for a more permanent solution. I have also read that Photodynamic therapy may destroy the sebaceous glands.Is this true? Are there any other treatment options for a permanent reduction in oil secretion? Many thanks.

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