Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Melbourne: Sun Damaged Skin Treatment l QC Skin Clinic

What is Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)?

Photodynamic therapy is an effective treatment for repair of sun-damaged and ageing skin. It lowers the chance of skin cancer and helps make the skin look better and healthier. The skin, our largest organ, can get damaged from too much sun exposure. Photodynamic therapy can help repair it.

Sun-damaged skin often presents as rough, red scaly skin referred to as solar keratosis. This is a concern as it greatly increases the risk of developing skin cancer in future.

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How It Works with Sun-damaged Skin Treatment In Melbourne?

Photodynamic therapy is currently the best treatment for sun-damaged skin. It involves applying a cream or spray to the affected area. Then, the skin is exposed to either blue or red light. This treatment is non-invasive and easy to perform.

Sun-damaged cells selectively absorb the active ingredient. Blue or red light destroys sun-damaged cells in a chemical reaction, while preserving normal cells.

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Skin conditions that can be treated using PDT

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a highly effective treatment for various skin conditions caused by sun damage. Solar keratosis, a common condition characterized by rough, scaly patches on the skin, can be effectively treated with PDT. Additionally, superficial forms of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) can also be targeted and treated using this method.

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Before And After Pictures: Photodynamic Therapy On Face In Melbourne

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Treatment for Sun-damaged skin on scalp with 1 session of photodynamic therapy

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Treatment for Sun-damaged skin on face with 1 session of photodynamic therapy

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Treatment for Sun-damaged on lips with one session of PDT

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Treatment for Sun-damaged skin on nose and face with two sessions of PDT

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Photodynamic Therapy Safe?

Photodynamic therapy at QC Skin Clinic takes one hour and is completely painless and safe. Downtime varies from a few days up to two weeks.

Will I feel any pain during the PDT skin treatment for sun damage?

Your appointment begins with a gentle microdermabrasion. This treatment removes dead skin. It also helps your skin absorb the products better. Once complete, the PDT topical product is applied to the area.

Some patients report mild stinging upon application. This will subside quickly and most patients feel zero pain during the procedure with QC skin clinic PDT protocol. A clinician will check in with you at 10-minute intervals throughout the procedure to ensure they maintain your comfort.

What will recovery from photodynamic therapy look like?

After the appointment, you may feel tight, stinging, and have redness like sunburn in the treated area. This will be more apparent in areas of increased damage. This can progress to areas of scaly, red, scabbed areas, which can take 2+ weeks to heal in some instances.

It is important not to pick these lesions in the coming weeks as your skin heals to avoid scarring. Due to the possibility of downtime which can be significant for some people, careful planning of your appointment away from important events/functions is advised.

Is there anything that can cause an aggravated skin reaction after photodynamic therapy?

Strong skincare products, chemical peels, and LED treatments can lead to serious reactions after use. You should avoid these until healing is complete.

Please contact the clinic if you believe you are experiencing a severe reaction. This can include prolonged pain, blisters, significant redness, and scabbing. Our doctor will review you and can prescribe a cream to subside the reaction quickly.

Is there anything I can do to shorten downtime for this procedure?

You should avoid the sun exposure and apply bland emollients throughout your recovery to increase comfort and speed up healing.

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