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Is PDT Right For Me?
While PDT can be used by a wide variety of people, the following cases may prevent you from taking the procedure:
- Allergies (mainly from the cream’s formula)
- Medications (e.g. antibiotics, antifungals, antipsychotics, etc.)
- Pregnancy
As with any treatment, it is important to discuss your medical history and circumstances with the doctor.
What Do I Do Before PDT?
It’s generally recommended to minimize sun exposure 2 weeks prior to your treatment. We also recommend to bring a hat, sunglasses or any other sun protective gear to cover the area after treatment. It’s also best to arrive without any makeup or cream on the target area.
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What’s The Procedure Like?
There 4 major stages with PDT:
- Preparation
- The target area is cleaned and undergoes preparation to maximise absorption of the cream.
- Application
- The cream is applied and stays on for 3 hours allowing the cells plenty of time to absorb it. During that time, you are free to leave the clinic but try to avoid putting the area under direct sunlight.
- Within the three hours, you must return to the clinic to begin the next stage.
- Illumination
- Once 3 hours have passed, the target area is exposed to lights to initiate abnormal cell death.
- Due to the intense luminosity of the lights you will be given goggles to cover the eyes.
- Review
- After treatment, the doctor will discuss aftercare steps and will review the results of your treatment within a couple of weeks.
- Upon review, your doctor may recommend more treatments if necessary.
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