Photodynamic Therapy Tested for The Treatment of Psoriasis

Photodynamic Therapy gained popularity with dermatologists during the 1980's as a way to treat certain skin conditions like Acne, Rosacea, Sun Damage, Skin Cancer, and is currently being tested for the treatment of Psoriasis. Photodynamic Therapy is a three step process that targets the cells causing the skin condition and destroys them. The first step is to apply a light sensitive drug, either topically or through injection, to the area with the problematic skin condition, the second step is to let that topical drug work for an amount of time, usually between 30 minutes to 24 hours, dependent on the severity and location of the condition. The third step is to expose the effected area to either a light source, which can range from being a laser, natural sunlight, red or blue colored light, or an LED, of a specific strength which then activates the light sensitive drug creating a reaction and destroying the skin condition.

The benefits of receiving Photodynamic Therapy at Miramar Dermatology for Acne, Rosacea, or any other skin problem you may have are countless. Photodynamic therapy is often recommend because it's a selective treatment that can pin-point  specific problematic locations without damaging the healthy skin around it. Other benefits of receiving Photodynamic Therapy from Miramar Dermatology include improved skin appearance at the site of treatment, improved skin tone and color, skin may also seem smoother after receiving Photodynamic Therapy.

Doctors Gottlieb and Goldman at Miramar Dermatology are trained specialist using Photodynamic Therapy, they will analyze your skin condition and apply the appropriate light sensitive treatments that will be the most effective at treating your condition. Contact Miramar Dermatology today and see if you're a candidate for Photodynamic Therapy!