PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY (PDT)
First used in the early 1900s for the treatment of skin cancer, photodynamic therapy has, in more recent years, proven to have exciting medical and cosmetic applications as a simple, safe, and non-invasive way to treat problem skin conditions such as precancerous lesions, acne inflammation, and sun damage. Photodynamic therapy can also help improve the skin’s overall appearance, tone, color, and texture.
LED Light Therapy
Omega light therapy is a medical grade treatment that improves skin conditions such as acne, acne scars, pigmentation, dull skin and sensitive skin.
Whether your concern is muscle fatigue, wrinkles, and fine lines, fighting acne, or just improving your overall complexion-Omega Bright LED light therapy show significant benefits for reducing fatigue and accelerating healing.
Omega Bright LED light is ideal for reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improving uneven skin tone, targeting acne, and improving the overall health of your skin. By healing your skin's internal function, Omega LED light therapy will induce faster healing making it the ultimate treatment for recovery and skin rejuvenation.
Omega Light makes use of 4 high power LED lights at differing wavelengths: blue light (423mm), green light (532mm), yellow light (583mm), red light (640mm).
Each wavelength of LED light has specific healing properties:
Blue light - Sterilises acne bacteria, inhibits sebaceous glands, reduces skin break out.
Green light - Soothes sensitive skin, balances mood and body.
Yellow light - Relieves redness, rosacea. Healing properties that compliments other treatments.
Red light - Promotes skin regeneration, improves blood circulation, increases uptake of active ingredients, relieves acne scars and pain.
Benefits of Omega Light Therapy:
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Photodynamic therapy combines a photosensitizing solution with a specialized light source to target abnormal skin cells while leaving the surrounding tissue unharmed. During the procedure, a photosensitizing solution is applied to the treatment area and is preferentially absorbed by targeted tissue, such as overactive sebaceous oil glands and actinic keratoses (precancerous lesions). After an incubation period, which ranges from minutes to hours depending on the conditions being treated, the photosensitizing agent is exposed to a specific wavelength of light, which activates the medication and subsequently breaks down the targeted tissue.
Photodynamic therapy is performed on an outpatient basis in our offices. After the treatment area is thoroughly cleansed, the photosensitizing solution is applied. There will be a waiting period for the medication to be absorbed. This incubation time will vary, depending on the specific conditions being treated, but usually ranges from a few minutes up to several hours. After the prescribed time, the treatment area will be exposed to a blue light, which will activate the medication. Patients either experience no discomfort or report sensations of warmth and tingling during the procedure. A cooling fan may be used to ensure patient comfort.
Your skin will appear red for the first two weeks after the procedure, similar to a moderate or deep sunburn. Because the photosensitizing agent makes your skin extremely sensitive to light, it is important to avoid sun exposure during the first 48 hours after treatment. Patients can resume normal indoor activities immediately following treatment. Outdoor activities may be resumed after 48 hours, but you should use sunblock of at least SPF 45 to protect the skin.
The number of treatments will vary according to your condition. Most patients require only one treatment per area. For patients with severe sun damage and precancerous lesions, yearly photodynamic therapy may be advised.* We will assess your condition and recommend a treatment schedule that is best suited to your specific needs.
Eureka Body Care and Spa will be happy to meet with you to discuss photodynamic therapy. Please call our office at (212) 858 0706, or make an appointment online for a personal consultation in our New York City office.