When Every Product Has Failed, We Can Clear Acne In Just A Few Months
Acne is a very common skin condition that affects individuals of all ages and from all walks of life. It is most common in adolescents, but acne can also affect adults, especially women going through hormonal changes. In serious cases of acne, the skin can be left with visible scars.
At Avalon Laser in San Diego and Carlsbad, we custom-tailor our San Diego acne treatments to each individual patient.
Avalon Lasers is a leading San Diego acne treatment medical clinic. Our staff are trained and certified in the procedures we offer and there is always a doctor onsite. Patients in Carlsbad and San Diego who are suffering from acne experience a private, serene, luxurious setting at Avalon Laser. We offer a widely diverse array of advanced cosmetic treatments performed with the latest protocols to achieve superior results. We are dedicated to helping you resolve your acne. Please call today for a consultation about your customized acne treatments!
The laser treatment kills bacteria. Infection causes the swelling that can lead to scarring. The bacteria problem makes you to want to pick at pimples, which can also lead to scarring. Pus forms in the follicle as a by-product of the infection. Pus equals pressure and pain. The skin cannot heal until the bacteria are gone. Bacteria respond to different colors of light. Primarily, treatments focus on blue light.
When blue hits the skin, it kills off the bacteria. Some treatments involve a pulsating light and heat, as well. These features help to treat one cause of the acne, oil, or sebum, production due to enlarged sebaceous glands. This form of light treatment will shrink glands and, therefore, reduce the production of oil. Once oil stops pooling on the skin, acne flair ups should subside.
Who is a good candidate for Levulan IPL PDT acne treatment?
How many treatment sessions will I need?
This procedure is very advanced; however, there are some limitation on who is a good candidate. In general, individuals with dark or sensitive skin may not qualify. Likewise, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding may want to wait to undergo this procedure.
During your consultation, Dr. Tirgari will talk to you about your concerns and examine your skin characteristics as well as medical history to determine if this is the best option for you. If you are deemed not a candidate, we offer a range of other effective treatments at our cosmetic dermatology San Diego and Carlsbad practice.
This therapy can be performed once for patients with mild acne. However, patients who suffer from moderate to severe acne may require more than one treatment session. In general, our San Diego acne treatment patients undergo this procedure for one to two hours once a month. A total of four to eight treatments within four to six months. After examining your skin, our doctor will determine how many treatment sessions you will need for best results.
