New advances in acne scar treatment
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Question:
I had horrible acne as a kid and I feel like it was really emotionally scarring. I can see my son is going down the same path. Are there any new advances in acne treatment that are truly effective?
Answer:
One remarkable treatment that may help his acne and scarring is photodynamic therapy or PDT. With PDT a topical medication is placed on the skin. Then, about an hour later the medication is activated by a laser. A series of treatments can be highly effective and will not be associated with the potential side effects of some oral medications. However, you should know that your son will be sun-sensitive for about 2 days after the treatment. Use of sunscreens is mandatory.