Clive Cosmetic Dermatologist
Skin Solutions Laser Enhancement Center & Spa
1601 NW 114th Street, Suite 355
Inside The Mercy West Clinic
Clive IA 50325
866-364-3831
Photodynamic Therapy in Clive, IA
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 Skin Solutions Laser Enhancement Center & Spa
Those searching for a Clive cosmetic dermatologist should look no further than Skin Solutions Laser Enhancement Center and Spa. Located in Clive, Iowa, Dr. Tripiti Burt, MD and her staff of professionals are on hand to provide patients with the very best in cosmetic dermatology and its treatments. With a commitment to excellence and success, Dr. Burt is happy to share her experience and expertise in helping patients achieve their goals in a healthy and safe environment. Using the most advanced equipment and tools and cutting edge technology, the Clive cosmetic dermatologist ensures patients are given the best chance for a successful treatment. Only the most efficient, least invasive procedures and treatments are used to make sure patients are given the safest treatment possible. All of the appropriate safety measures are taken to ensure patients receive their treatment in the safest, most comfortable environment possible. The Clive cosmetic dermatologist knows how important her work can be to those she helps. Many are not satisfied with their skin condition or other imperfections on their body and enlist the help of a cosmetic dermatologist to make it right. Fully committed to providing the best possible service, Dr. Burt uses effective treatments such as microdermabrasion, chemical peels, laser hair removal, laser skin rejuvenation and photodynamic photo facial, among others.