Laser Acne Treatment in St. Petersburg & Clearwater
LHE light and heat phototherapy offers fast, effective acne treatment without the side effects or long timelines of systemic medication. Tampa Bay Cosmetic Surgery Center delivers complete treatment in as little as 30 days.
Light and Heat Energy (LHE) Technology
Laser Acne Phototherapy Treatment
Acne is a disorder of the skin’s sebaceous glands that results in plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions. One of the most common skin diseases, nearly 80% of people will suffer from acne at some point in their lives. For some, it’s simply annoying; for others, it’s a problem with a genuinely negative impact. Light-based phototherapy treatments for acne offer hope to millions of sufferers unwilling or unable to take systemic medications.
Though commonly considered a teenage problem, 20% of all adults suffer from varying degrees of active acne. Aggravation can occur with menstrual periods, birth control pills, oil-based products, and stress. Few skin conditions cause as much psychological distress, general insecurity, and feelings of inferiority as acne.
Acne occurs when oil produced by the sebaceous glands doesn’t reach the skin’s surface and becomes trapped in clogged pores. Bacteria thrive in these clogged pores, and pus leaks into surrounding tissue, causing pimples to form.
Each year, approximately 5 billion dollars is spent on acne treatment, most of it on medication. Many of these medications, from over-the-counter to prescription, are expensive and may cause unwanted side effects, generally requiring months of continuous treatment with only limited or no improvement for many patients.
When treating acne, time is of the essence. LHE works fast, offering complete treatment in 30 days compared to the 6 to 18 months usually required for systemic treatment. LHE’s addition of heat intensifies the chemical process and speeds overall treatment time, so you often look and feel better within two weeks of starting treatment.
How LHE Acne Phototherapy Works
Blocked pores create a closed, anaerobic environment that leads to rapid buildup of a P. acnes bacterial colony under the skin.
LHE clears acne safely and effectively with a series of concentrated pulses of light and heat. The green wavelength light penetrates deep into the skin to increase porphyrins, resulting in the destruction of P. acnes. The red wavelength produces anti-inflammatory results, and the addition of heat, unique to LHE, increases effectiveness by opening skin pores and promoting a faster chemical reaction.
Each treatment is simple and takes just ten minutes, with no adverse side effects, patient downtime, or exposure to antibiotics.
Laser Acne Treatment FAQs
How does LHE differ from traditional acne medication?
LHE works faster than systemic treatment, offering complete treatment in about 30 days compared to 6 to 18 months for typical medications, without the side effects of oral or topical drugs.
How does LHE actually clear acne?
Green wavelength light increases porphyrins to destroy P. acnes bacteria, while red wavelength light reduces inflammation, and added heat speeds the overall chemical reaction.
How long does each LHE treatment take?
Each session takes just ten minutes with no downtime.
Are there side effects with LHE acne treatment?
No, LHE has no adverse side effects, requires no patient downtime, and involves no exposure to antibiotics.
How quickly will I see results from LHE acne treatment?
Many patients look and feel better within two weeks of starting treatment, with complete treatment achieved in about 30 days.
Who is a good candidate for LHE acne treatment?
Both teens and adults with active acne who want to avoid the side effects and long timelines associated with systemic medications are good candidates.
Can LHE be combined with other skin treatments?
Yes, many patients combine LHE acne treatment with other skin care treatments for comprehensive results.