West Palm Beach Cosmetic Dermatologist
Vein and Cosmetic Center of the Palm Beaches
955 Sansburys Way
Suite 209
West Palm Beach FL 33411
866-705-8244
Photodynamic Therapy in West Palm Beach, FL
The first step in Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a microdermabraision treatment to prepare the skin to absorb the photosensitizer (aminolerulnic acid or ALA). Second, the ALA is applied and left on the skin, usually for 30 minutes. One of the benefits of ALA is that it only needs to be applied to the problem areas of the skin. Finally a light source, or laser is used on the skin to activate the ALA.
The light source damages or destroys the tissues that have absorbed the ALA. In some cases, AKs can be treated by a single 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 topical ALA-PDT was used to treat large areas of sun-damaged skin, the treatment produced cosmetic benefits. ALA-PDT helped decrease redness, reduce sun spots and freckles and it improved the overall appearance of skin including fine lines and rough skin.
When acne is treated with ALA-PDT, the ALA is absorded 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 diminish, and in some cases completely remove, acne.
About Vein and Cosmetic Center of the Palm Beaches
Those looking for a West Palm Beach cosmetic dermatologist should look no further than Vein and Cosmetic Center of the Palm Beaches. Located in West Palm Beach, Florida, Dr. Z. Catherine Navarro, MD and her team of experienced and skilled professionals are on hand to provide patients with the very best in skin care medicine and service. With a commitment to excellence, Dr. Navarro is happy to share her experience and expertise with her patients in helping them to achieve their cosmetic dermatology goals so they can discover their own natural beauty. With the most effective equipment and top-notch technology available, this West Palm Beach cosmetic dermatologist ensures that every patient is given the best possible care and service, allowing them their best chance for a successful and satisfying outcome. The West Palm Beach cosmetic dermatologist uses only the best, most efficient and least invasive treatment options and procedures in helping their patients in their cosmetic skin care needs. As many people suffer from skin conditions and other imperfections they feel unsatisfied with, Dr. Navarro and her staff ensure that every patient receive treatment in the safest and most welcoming environment possible. Consultation is available for those wishing to speak with a professional, thus allowing the patient and doctor to select the treatment that best suits the patient’s needs.