| Blue Light acne treatment |
For acne sufferers whose skin has become resistant to topicals and
oral medications, blue light acne therapy is an alternative form of treatment. As an adjunct treatment, Blue Light Therapy offers an acne
treatment that is non-invasive when used alone or as a part of
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT). |
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| What is Blue Light acne therapy? |
The FDA has approved the use of high-intensity, narrow-band blue
light to treat mild to moderate acne. This pain-free light is safe and
uses no ultraviolet (UV) light or lasers. When blue light is used as
a treatment for acne, it kills Propionibacterium acnes (P-Acne), the
acne-causing bacteria that can form within the sebaceous glands
and cause break outs. |
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| What is the Blue Light procedure like? |
Blue Light Therapy treatments are relatively quick and easy. Patients
either sit or lie down during treatment, and a light source is placed
close to their face for about 15 minutes. Most patients do not
experience pain or discomfort during exposure to the light, and they
can get back to their normal routine immediately following a blue
light acne therapy session. |
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| Are multiple Blue Light treatments necessary? |
A series of weekly blue light acne treatments for several weeks are
recommended to achieve optimal results. However, the amount and
frequency of treatments that are needed depends on the severity
of the acne and how well it responds to treatment. Many patients
see results with two to four weekly treatments. To maintain results
after the initial series of treatments monthly treatments are
recommended. |
