Bridgewater Cosmetic Dermatologist
Reflections Center for Skin and Body
350 Grove St. @ Route 22 East
Bridgewater NJ 08807
866-904-2569
Photodynamic Therapy in Bridgewater, NJ
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 Reflections Center for Skin and Body
Those searching for a Bridgewater cosmetic dermatologist should look no further than Reflections Center for Skin and Body. Located in Bridgewater, New Jersey, Dr. Chasin is on hand to share his experience, skill and expertise with his patients in helping them achieve all of their cosmetic dermatology goals. Using the most advanced equipment and cutting edge technology, Dr. Chasin is able to provide his patients with a high level of success and satisfaction. With the most effective, least invasive treatments, the Bridgewater cosmetic dermatologist is committed to providing effective results for each patient. Excellent service is available to those wishing to enlist the help of a cosmetic dermatologist and Dr. Chasin is happy to share his expertise in helping his patients achieve their goals and rediscover their health and happiness.
The Bridgewater cosmetic dermatologist knows how important his work can be to patients. Many rely on his services to fix the skin conditions and imperfections that they feel unsatisfied with. Catering to each patient’s safety and well-being, Dr. Chasin ensures each patient is given treatment in the safest, most comforting environment possible. Some of the services offered include acne treatment, Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, Perlane, mesotherapy, microdermabrasion and laser hair removal.