Treatment - PDT

PDT
Photodynamic Acne Therapy


PDT is one of the quickest and most effective ways to control acne and clear the skin. It does not require dangerous oral medication or long term dosing of antibiotics that requires strict compliance and can create antibiotic resistance and other complications.

Photodynamic Therapy is an especially effective in-office “power-level” treatment. PDT controls resistant, hard-to-treat active acne by combining light and a special light-activated solution that targets and destroys acne activity. 

PDT also diminishes older acne scars leaving your skin smoother. We advise 2-3 treatments at 2 to 3 weeks intervals to obtain optimal results. Particularly severe cases may require 5 sessions for the most complete control.

What is GIVITEL?
Givitel is a type of gel applied to the skin for the PDT treatment. It creates a covering that is both oxygen permeable (allows oxygen to pass) and pathogen-impermeable (does not allow pathogens to come in contact with your skin). 
A sufficient amount of oxygen is supplied under the covering, allowing the accumulation of CLC into your skin. CLC(Chlorophyll-lipoid complex) promotes skin rejuvenation through accumulation in the pathogenic bacterium, damaged histiocyte, and inflammatory tissue.

Substances of CLC(Chlorophyll-lipoid complex)
  • Chlorophyll a – Derivatives of porphyrin; protoporphyrin created around sebaceous glands and active oxygen stimulates to destroy sebaceous gland and acne germs.
  • Carotenes, Lipids and Fatty Acids – Protects cell membrane and prevents recurrence of acne.
  • Proteins – Produces antibodies to develop immunity and creates semipermeable covering.
  • Ethanol – Creates bactericidal action around acne and creates effects of sedation and regeneration of cell membrane

Benefits of GIVITEL
  • Givitel PDT consists of natural ingredients, ensuring a safe and simple procedure.
  • There is also no pigmentation during the procedure, which was a problem when working with ALA.
  • Givitel PDT has made the whole process more convenient; you only have to wait 10-20 minutes for the irradiative laser.
Result
  • You get fast results.
  • 3-5 treatments lead to no relapse for a year.
  • Results show that over 90% of inflammatory acne is removed through PDT.
  • Side effects of tanning, skin troubles, edema, and pigmentation are almost non-existent.
  • PDT treatment soothes your skin.
  • Results last for 6-12 months.

Recovery
  • Inflammation will fade within 1-2 weeks.
  • You can immediately return to your daily activities after application of sunscreen.
  • Scarring skin lesions is prevented, which is one of the most important aims of PDT.
  • After PDT treatment, skin regeneration is promoted to ease pigmentation and edema.
  • The whole procedure is finished within a month (one treatment a week).

Special Cases
  • PDT is effective for patients with antibiotic resistance.
  • It is safe enough to be treated to young children and teenagers.

Applied Areas


Precautions
It may appear as if your acne is getting worse immediately after the procedure, but it is a natural process. The results start to show after this phase.

You have to completely block out UV rays for two days after the treatment. Avoid all outdoor activities.

You may experience a stinging and burning sensation. It is due to a temporary process of treating and healing the sebaceous glands of your skin.

You have to moisturize your skin, because your skin may feel dry and exfoliate after the treatment.
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