Photodynamic therapy

(PDT)

Photodynamic therapy is our preferred treatment for actinic keratoses or light-induced changes to the skin.

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Treatment process

We cleanse the skin and numb the areas to be treated with a cream. After one hour, a gel is applied, the active ingredient of which is necessary for the development of the inflammatory response in the further course. This gel is worked into the skin with the smallest needles (microneedling).

After this preparation, the areas to be treated are illuminated with artificial daylight for 1 hour. This exposure leads to the desired inflammatory reaction, which continues after the treatment. The skin is initially reddened and overheated and feels like a sunburn.

In the practice, we cool your skin, apply a soothing cream, and do not release you without first applying sun protection to the treated areas.

Keywords

Photodynamic therapy (PDT)

Skin health

Skin changes

Light therapy

Actinic Keratosis

Skin cancer

Application

Region

face

Scalp

Cleavage

Forearms

Duration

3-4 hours

Interval

Annually if needed

Preparation

Please appear without makeup if a treatment on the face is to take place, or allow enough time to remove makeup at the practice.

Aftercare

Sauna/Swimming

avoid for 2 weeks

Sport

avoid for 2 weeks

Other follow-up

Sun protection with high sun protection factor

Notes

In the following days, there may be redness, mild pain, swelling, burning, scab and crust formation, pus pimples, itching, and peeling of the skin.

Please protect the treated areas from direct UV light for 4 weeks and consistently use sun protection with SPF 50.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a PDT be repeated?

Does PDT also improve the skin texture?

Why do I need a PDT?

Who should not undergo PDT?

Berlin-Charlottenburg

Dermatology Practice at Kudamm

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Our aim is to treat our patients exactly as we would wish to be treated ourselves.
This means being by your side to advise and support you, ensuring that your skin – your largest organ and most important protective barrier – remains healthy, resilient and beautiful, both in youth and adulthood.

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