What is ALA-PDT?
ALA-PDT or aminolevulinic acid HCI PhotoDynamic Therapy is fast becoming a standard treatment for photorejuvenation, acne vulgaris, actinic keratoese (AK’s), rosacea and sebaceous gland hyperplasia. ALA-PDT has become a therapy that is routinely used to enhance laser and light treatments. For our photodamage patients, more than 90% achieve outstanding results, and about 75% improvement. Decreased oily skin and pore reduction is seen in most all patients, as well as, improvements in smoothness and texture. ALA-PDT is becoming a very popular procedure, producing incredible results. Can acne be prevented? How is it treated? Acne is a fact of life for many adolescents. Approximately 90% of all adolescents and 25% of all adults experience acne at some point in their lives. In adolescents, acne breakouts are related to the natural release of androgen hormones, which occur during puberty. In adult women, acne is often related to the month menstrual cycle. Contrary to popular belief, acne is n
