Jennifer was wonderful and explained things so clearly!
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I would give 10 stars if I could. The office is beautiful and comfortable. The staff and providers are top notch. Everyone in the office is kind and truly cares about the well being of their patients. The providers work meticulously to provide personalized, professional, and cosmetically pleasing care. I would highly recommend this office to anyone. Thank you St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery!
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Dr Beal is wonderful! Friendly staff. Beautiful new office space. Highly recommend!!
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Able to get an appointment in a timely manner, beautiful office great Staff
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Office is beautiful, staff was soo friendly, Dr was amazing and addressed all my concerns! Thank you!!
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My experience went very well. All personnel were polite and professional. It is so wonderful to have this dermatologist clinic in Lincoln County...close to home.
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Jennifer and Sam were awesome. Took great care of me. Very professional. Office staff is always cordial. The best dermatology office!
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Everyone was great! I was explained everything and they answered all my questions!!
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What to Expect During PDT Treatment

  • We use the Painless PDT Protocol Developed by the Cleveland Clinic.
  • If you have a history of cold sores, please tell your provider. Blue or red light might react to cold sores. Your provider’s antiviral medication can prevent or treat this.
  • At the beginning of the procedure, a topical medication is applied to the skin.
  • The medication is activated by exposure to a specific wavelength of Red or Blue light for 10 to 30 minutes.
  • Most people return to work within one to two days after the procedure. You should expect redness and skin peeling for 4-14 days after treatment.
  • After your treatment, you must avoid direct sunlight for two days. When you are outside, wear sunscreen and sun-protective clothing and seek shade. While you can run normal errands, you should not be outside for prolonged periods of time, as the medication can be activated by the sun, causing a more severe reaction.
  • Patients may need multiple PDT sessions for optimal results. This is more common with more severe sun damage and increased precancerous growths. Sessions are spaced two to five weeks apart and can be continued afterward to help maintain the initial treatment results.

What are the Side Effects of Photodynamic Therapy?

PDT is a generally safe procedure, but there are certain risks and side effects associated with it. Some of these risks and side effects include redness, discoloration, and infection. These side effects are usually mild and usually go away within a few weeks. Other side effects include reactivation of the herpes simplex virus (cold sore virus). If you have cold sores or a history of the HSV virus, please let your provider know, as they can prescribe an antiviral medication for you.

What is Photodynamic Therapy Used For?

  1. Precancerous growths (actinic keratosis)
  2. Photorejuvenation or antiaging
  3. Brown spots
  4. Acne

How Does Photodynamic Therapy Work?

Photodynamic therapy is a three-step treatment for precancerous growths. A photosensitizing medication is applied to the treatment area, and a light source activates the medication. The resulting activation kills precancerous cells that absorb the medication. The treatment area then heals over the next 4-14 days. PDT treatment is most commonly used to remove abnormal cells that cause actinic keratosis, a pre-cancerous condition, and other precancerous skin growths.

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