At PascualMD Beauty and Wellness Center we pride ourselves in developing individualized treatment options for those suffering from adolescent and adult acne.
We have the latest technology to combat acne and may include a combination of the following methods:
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Cool Breeze Acne Laser
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Physician Grade Chemical Peels
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PhotoDynamic Therapy*
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The latest technology in topical agents such as salicylic acid washes, benzoyl peroxide gels, tretinoin, retinol, topical antibiotics, oral medications such as antibiotics and hormone therapy.
*Photodynamic Therapy for hard to treat acne
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is a multi-use light activated system for destroying abnormal cells and affecting the function of overactive sebaceous glands which are a root cause of acne.
PDT works through a two-step process. First, a topical solution called Levulan is applied to the area to be treated. Then once this solution has been absorbed by “target cells” (these are the abnormal cells such as acne) a medical light is used to turn on the Levulan action. This action destroys the acne cells and shrinks and disables the sebaceous gland which produces excess skin oils. The final result is clearer skin, reduced oil production and more refined pores. The treatment usually last 2 hours and is recommended that you receive 1 to 3 treatments of PDT at 2 to 4 week intervals.
