Optimizing Photodynamic Therapy in Dermatology: Benefits of Red Light Therapy

Aaron Farberg, MD, discusses how red light therapy utilizes specific wavelengths of light to penetrate skin cells, stimulating mitochondrial function, potentially leading to various therapeutic effects such as reduced inflammation and improved tissue repair.

Panelists discuss how red light therapy accelerates wound healing by stimulating cellular energy production, increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and promoting collagen synthesis, leading to faster tissue repair and regeneration in various clinical scenarios.

Panelists discuss how red light therapy has emerged as a versatile, noninvasive treatment in aesthetic dermatology, offering benefits such as collagen stimulation and skin rejuvenation while comparing favorably with other cosmetic treatments in terms of minimal adverse effects and high patient satisfaction rates.

Brad Glick, DO, MPH, discusses how photodynamic therapy (PDT) serves as an effective treatment for various skin conditions, highlighting the specific patient populations that are most likely to benefit from this innovative approach.

Brad Glick, DO, MPH, discusses how to effectively introduce photodynamic therapy (PDT) into a dermatology clinic by outlining necessary equipment and setup, providing guidance on essential patient discussions for treatment introduction, and sharing strategies to ensure treatment efficacy while prioritizing patient safety and satisfaction.

Brad Glick, DO, MPH, discusses common challenges clinicians may encounter with photodynamic therapy (PDT) and offers resolution strategies, while also sharing insights on the skin conditions and patient populations where PDT has proven to be a successful treatment option.