Photodynamic Therapy Virtual Consultation with Dr. Shalini Gupta

[@nivypatel9078]

Awesome, to the point information. I just have a small question, does it affect the sebaceous glands for extended period or permanently to get rid of acne or atleast reduce the remission in future? How long does the result stays intact? Can it be a cure?

[@cincinnatiskinandlaser]

Hi Nivy. Great questions! Photodynamic therapy can have a long lasting effect on the sebaceous glands and can potentially be a long term cure. One may need touch up procedures at times to keep things under control. In many cases, patients prefer such procedures to long term oral medication use such as hormone treatments, antibiotics or accutane.

[@nivypatel9078]

@@cincinnatiskinandlaser Thank you soo much for your reply

[@nivypatel9078]

Again i have a question. Is it okay to do levulan PDT(blue and red light) on fair indian skin type?

[@cincinnatiskinandlaser]

Yes absolutely! It’s safe for patients of all skin types.

[@nivypatel9078]

@@cincinnatiskinandlaser Thanks Dr Gupta, you are solving many of my questions.💛

[@honeybadgernasty]

How many of PDT treatments can a patient have? It's been recommended for my acne...

[@cincinnatiskinandlaser]

Hi. We recommend 3 treatments spaced 3 weeks or so apart. Some patients may do well with fewer and others may need more to get control of their problem.

[@honeybadgernasty]

@@cincinnatiskinandlaser I see... Thank you for your reply. I appreciate it!⚘