The PDT itself has wide application, not only limited to the blue light for removing acne pimples treatment which is the topic for this discussion but also for beauty and aesthetic treatment, eye treatment for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) which normally occurs for age >50 and lately for the cancer.
" Then, how do we classify this blue light therapy ? It really depends on the source and application "facial rejuvenation and wound healing as PDT requires a photosensitizer. In other words, photodynamic therapy is the application of light to stimulate photosensitizers by exogenously administered or endogenously formed and for the case of blue light therapy, the Porphyrins is endogenously formed by the stimulated photosensitizers. Then, how do we classify this blue light therapy ? It really depends on the source and application as the blue light applied at doctor’s clinic can be classified under IPL ( Intense Pulse Light), another type of laser that activates the photosensitizer. If it is from the portable hand held device done at home, then they are just ordinary light based therapy as it doesn’t involve the use of chemicals ( photosensitizer ).
This innovative hand held units are made from tiny semiconductor emitting diodes ( LEDs) connected to electrical circuit. They do not get burnt like light bulbs, do not generating heat, lower energy consumption and longer lifespan and light is generated solely by the electrons movement within the conducting material. The hand held LED is an enjoyable and simple equipment to use and it works just like a desktop lamp shining on your face while you watch TV or listening to music. - Image Right - Hand Held Blue LED Light
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Acne can be stressing for most people, especially if they have a lot. Skin products and procedures should be done only by dermatologist to assure safety and effectiveness.
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