Understanding Photo Rejuvenation: How Does It Work?

Most people in Florida enjoy regular sunshine. While the sun is good for your health, it can also damage your skin. The Dermatology Associates Skin and Cancer Center team has many ways to help your skin. If you want a good treatment for preventative care and cosmetic appearance, consider photo rejuvenation in Panama City, FL.

What Is Photo Rejuvenation?

If you spend time in the sun, your skin may show signs of photoaging. Luckily, this rejuvenation can reverse some of those results. This treatment revitalizes your skin using lasers or intense pulse light. When you're using it for cosmetic purposes, your dermatologist may use lasers. It’s an effective way to get rid of wrinkles, scars, and certain levels of sun damage. However, if your skin is showing signs that it may be precancerous, then photodynamic therapy may be the best type of rejuvenation.

What Is the Process?

A dermatologist may use a laser to produce small, controlled wounds produced in the skin. As a result, the wound prompts new cell and collagen production.

Your photo rejuvenation in Panama City, FL, may involve the Levulan Photodynamic Therapy system. It’s a two-step process used for mild or moderate sun damage on your face, scalp, or arms. If your skin doctor notices signs of acetic keratosis cells, which is the first step before skin cancer, they may recommend this treatment. The team will apply a photosensitive agent to your skin that is absorbed by those cells. The team will then expose that treated skin to a special light that will destroy those precancerous cells.

Who Should Use It?

Sun damage can occur if you spend a lot of time outside. If you're fair-skinned or live in a hot area like Florida, sun damage can happen, especially as you age. You may have other skin conditions, like acne or a blotchy appearance. Maybe your skin texture is a bit rough. If you want to look younger or have even toned skin, it's an effective way to rejuvenate your appearance without using more invasive methods like a facelift. Most importantly, it can stop budding skin cancer in its tracks.

If you have problems with acne or sun damage or are afraid of getting skin cancer, the team at Dermatology Associates Skin and Cancer Center can help you. Our team specializes in photo rejuvenation in Panama City, FL, and can transform your skin while preventing cancer. Call us at (850) 769-7546 for a skin consultation today.