Long Beach Skin Care Clinic
Aesthetic Laser Care
347 Main Street
Seal Beach CA 90740
866-770-9248
Photodynamic Therapy in Seal Beach, CA
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 Aesthetic Laser Care
Those searching for a Long Beach skin care center should look no further than Aesthetic Laser Care. Located in Long Beach, California, Dr. Michael P. Lafkas, MD and his staff are on hand to provide each patient with the best chance for a successful treatment. Using the most advanced equipment and cutting edge technology, Dr. Lafkas and his team are able to provide the very best in skin care treatments and technology. Only the most effective, efficient and least invasive treatments are used to cater to a patient’s safety and well-being. Dr. Lafkas and the Long Beach skin care clinic ensure that each patient is treated in the safest, most welcoming environment possible. The Long Beach skin care clinic knows how important their work is to their patients. Many people seek to enlist the help of a cosmetic dermatologist, as they feel unsatisfied with their skin or other imperfections they may have. Dr. Lafkas is happy to share his experience and expertise with his patients in helping them with their skin care needs. He gives patients the opportunity to rediscover their own beauty, health and happiness. Consultation is available to those who wish to discuss their options with a physician. Some of the services involved include acne treatment, dermal fillers, chemical peels, Botox, Radiesse, Perlane, Restylane, lip enhancement and laser hair removal.