Tampa Cosmetic Dermatologist
Stunning Looks Medi Spa
3001 N. Rocky Point Drive East
Suite 125
Tampa FL 33607
866-493-4634
Photodynamic Therapy in Tampa, FL
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 Stunning Looks Medi Spa
Those searching for a Tampa cosmetic dermatologist should look no further than Stunning Looks Medi Spa. Located in Tampa, Florida, Dr. Jeffrey A. Hunt and his staff are on hand to provide patients with the very best in cosmetic dermatology. Using the most advanced treatment options and cutting edge technology, Dr. Hunt provides patients with their best chance for a successful treatment. Maintaining a high level of success and satisfaction is important to the Tampa cosmetic dermatologist and the best equipment available is used to administer treatment and maintain this high level of excellence. Catering to a patient’s safety and well-being is important to Dr. Hunt and his team. That is why the least invasive treatments possible are used to make certain that each patient is treated in the safest, healthiest and most comfortable environment possible.
The Tampa cosmetic dermatologist knows how important his work can be to his patients. He is happy to share his skills, experience and expertise in helping patients achieve all of their cosmetic dermatology goals and rediscover their own natural beauty. Consultation is available to those wishing to discuss their treatment options with a doctor, so that they together can choose the treatment that best suits the patient’s needs. Some of the services include acne treatment Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, Radiesse, photodynamic therapy and laser hair removal.