Concord Cosmetic Dermatologist
Aesthetic Medicine of New Hampshire
Pleasant Street Suite 12
Concord NH 03301
866-383-1677
Photodynamic Therapy in Concord, NH
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 Medicine of New Hampshire
A Concord cosmetic dermatologist is easy to find at Aesthetic Medicine of New Hampshire located in Concord, New Hampshire. The center is owned and operated by Medical Director Dr. Nicholas Van Loan, M.D. He provides his patients with a wealth of experience in the field. Experience is invaluable when practicing the new technology modern medicine makes available for treatment in the cosmetic dermatology field. It allows a Concord skin doctor to provide his patients with the utmost care and service to make them look their best. The Concord cosmetic dermatologist handles cases involving all ages suffering from various types of skin care challenges.
This Concord cosmetic dermatologist provides patients with choices in their rejuvenation process. Depending on the type of treatment to be performed, different options and procedures can be used. Consultation with the doctor is available to decide on the best course of action to take. Botox, Restylane, Radiance and laser and light treatment are available for patients. Laser hair removal, chemical peels and lip enhancement are also available, along with other services. Finding a cosmetic dermatologist who has a wealth of experience, is on the cutting edge and provides excellent service to his patients is essential in deciding to have work done.