Blue Light therapy is a treatment that can be used for many different kinds of skin conditions. It can be used to treat pre-cancerous skin cells, rosacea, psoriasis, acne, oily skin, sun damage and wrinkles. The treatment is completed by applying a medication to the skin. The medication is activated by a specific wave of light on the skin for a short amount of time. When the medication is activated an oxygen molecule, it will destroy the nearby skin cells. When choosing a specialist to perform Blue Light therapy, it's important to keep a few things in mind.
Board Certification
It is usually recommended that any type of light therapy only be performed under the care of a board certified dermatologist. The American Board of Dermatology will list doctors in the patient's area that have been board certified. The American Society of Photodynamic Therapy will also list doctors who have been specifically trained in the area of light therapy.
Treatment Environment
When a patient undergoes Blue Light therapy, they are usually in the treatment room for an extended period of time. While the treatment process is usually not painful, the patient may experience some discomfort during the therapy. It is important that the patient feel comfortable in the environment where the procedure will be performed. A patient may want to ask to see the treatment room before undergoing Blue Light therapy. The patient will want to feel comfortable in the facility and with the staff.
Who Can Perform Blue Light Therapy?
Blue Light skin therapy is usually performed by dermatologists that have been specially trained in the use of light therapy. Special training classes can be attended by professionals and their staff to become proficient in using Blue Light therapy. Training is often provided by the companies that create the specific Blue Light machines. Other doctors, such as oncologists, plastic surgeons, ENT surgeons and family physicians can also offer this type of light treatment in their offices. Some medical spas offer Blue Light therapy. These spas may or may not be under the advisement of a medical professional.
