Leading dermatologists, cosmetic surgeons, doctors and nurse practitioners have combined their expertise to develop what are believed to be a world-first in dermatological care – comprehensive protocols for acne treatment using latest advances in LED Phototherapy.
The protocols were announced by Dr Justine Hextall to an international audience of skin specialists during a live webinar. She is one of a six-strong acne advisory board brought together by Dermalux – the global leader in LED phototherapy – and the company behind the Tri-Wave MD. This next-generation technology delivers three of the most clinically-evidenced light wavelengths – red (wavelength 633nm), blue (wavelength 415nm), and near-infrared (NIR wavelength 830nm) which work concurrently to tackle acne-causing bacteria, inflammation and scarring, non-invasively and with no downtime.
Based on the Pillsbury Grade, the protocols prescribe the correct light wavelength, number and length of LED phototherapy sessions, depending on the acne severity:
- Mild to moderate (Pillsbury Grade 1–2) and / or non-inflammatory lesions, mild inflammatory papules with comedones, localised breakouts with mild redness or irritation: six, 10-minute sessions over three weeks using optimal dosing of blue, red light at medium setting and NIR light.
- Moderate to severe (Pillsbury Grade 3–4) and / or widespread inflammatory lesions, larger papules with high risk of scarring, deep nodules or cysts and a high degree of redness and swelling: 10 sessions totalling 20 minutes over five weeks using high intensity blue and NIR light.
Dr Hextall advised that the Dermalux Tri-Wave MD has already significantly reduced her prescriptions for antibiotics – 92% of her recent acne patients were treated using only LED phototherapy and topicals.
Dermalux Tri-Wave MD is a medical device, CE Class IIa-certified, FDA Class II-cleared, developed within an ISO 13485 QMS. Rigorous testing ensures compliance with EN 60601 standards for patient safety.
To watch the webinar and join the Dermalux Academy for free at: www.dermaluxled.com/education
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