ClearLight™ Acne Therapy Treatment
The ClearLight™ is the first medical device designed
to significantly clear inflammatory acne lesions in four
or five weeks –without side effects. ClearLight™ uses
the innovative Acne PhotoClearing (APC) technology to destroy
the most common bacteria that causes acne –quickly
and easily without oral antibiotics. For the optimum
results, it is necessary to have 2 treatments per week for
four to five weeks. The ClearLight™ is a different
wavelength than skin damaging ultraviolet light, and is thought
to cause no side effects.
Target: P. acnes bacteria
that causes moderate inflammatory acne
Single Treatment: $60 | Series
of 10: $495
Advanced Treatment
ClearLight™ with Photodynamic Therapy
Advanced Skin Fitness now offers a more aggressive treatment
for acne and can be completed in as little as three treatments. It’s
called the ClearLight™ acne device combined with Levulan
Photodynamic Therapy by DUSA®. The application
of DUSA® Levulan Kerastick® followed by the ClearLight™ Acne
PhotoClearing device is one of the best alternatives to harsh
medications such as accutane and antibiotics. Levulan
is applied topically 30 minutes prior to the light treatment. Levulan
is taken up by bacteria in the oil glands and converted into
a light sensitive substance. This substance selectively
absorbs the laser light, destroying the bacteria, ultimately
improving acne without the side effects seen in systemic
therapy and reducing the number of ClearLight™ sessions
required.
Target: P. acnes bacteria
that causes moderate inflammatory acne with light sensitive
substance reducing the number of treatments needed.
Single Treatment: $450 | Series
of 3: $375 ea
Following treatment, the skin may appear slightly pink and
be sensitive to sunlight for approximately 24 to 48 hours.
You will be advised on post-treatment care. It is important
to keep the skin protected with broad-spectrum sunscreen
with a minimum SPF of 30 and a wide brim hat. Serious
sunburn can occur following Levulan treatments.
** ClearLight™ with Photodynamic Therapy requires
a one time medical directors fee of $75.
FAQs
What is a ClearLight™ Treatment Like?
First, you should arrive with clean skin. Makeup must be
removed prior to treatment. You will lie comfortably under
a light for a period of minutes with protective goggles over
your eyes. There is NO PAIN with ClearLight™, no peeling,
no irritation, no restriction from sun exposure and no one
will even notice you have had a treatment. If you wear makeup,
it can be reapplied directly following your treatment. It's
really that simple.
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What should I do between ClearLight™ Treatments?
You should avoid touching or picking your blemishes at all
times. In addition, use a non-irritating anti-acne cleanser
such as salicylic acid daily. You will be advised of correct
products and proper home care during and after your treatment.
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Will I be Blemish-Free after my treatments?
Though the inflammation will be gone for the majority of
patients at the end of the treatment series, you may experience
a redness, where the inflamed blemish was located. This redness
will dissipate in a short time. It is important to remember
that ClearLight™ treats only inflamed mild to moderate
acne blemishes. Moderate to severe and cystic acne
requires the use of Levulan® combined with ClearLight™.
Acne is not a medically “curable” condition, but
it is one that can be controlled and managed. You may require
maintenance treatments to keep the clearing at an optimum
level. This is in addition to any at-home treatment program
you have been advised to use.
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