Rosacea Treatments – New York Dermatology
DERMATOLOGY, COSMETIC AND PLASTIC SURGERY IN NEW YORK CITY (NYC) AND MANHATTAN
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Laser Rosacea Treatments | New York DermatologistRosacea is a skin condition that is quite common. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, more than 14 million people have rosacea in the United States. Women are more commonly diagnosed with rosacea than men, but men seem to come down with more severe cases of the condition. Rosacea is found in four different stages, each of which can cause discomfort and self-consciousness about your appearance.
Our New York dermatologist, is expertly trained in the treatment of rosacea. Using photodynamic therapy with a combination of Levulan, Dr. Katz can help clear up your rosacea. For more information about these treatments, please contact JUVA Skin & Laser Center today.
What is Rosacea?
Rosacea is often described as a skin condition that causes redness, but it is actually found in four different subtypes, each with different symptoms.
The following are the subtypes of rosacea:
Subtype 1 – flushed, red facial skin, facial spider veins, sensitivity, and dry skin
Subtype 2 – acne breakouts, very red skin, oily skin, sensitive skin
Subtype 3 – rare type of rosacea with bumpy portions of skin, especially on the nose, and oily skin
Subtype 4 – affects the eyes causing burning, stinging, blurry vision, and dryness
The exact cause of rosacea has not yet been determined, but there have been studies to try to determine if it is linked to genetics, an immune deficiency, a possible intestine infection, or from excess oil in the facial pores.
Rosacea Treatment
If you have a severe case of rosacea that is affecting your facial skin, our dermatologist can help you to relieve the symptoms and reduce the redness using photodynamic therapy. First, we will apply Levulan, which is amino-levulenic acid. After this is absorbed into your skin and glands, we will utilize a pulsed dye laser that will help to destroy bacteria and reduce the output of oil glands. In many cases, we find that this helps to reduce the redness and clear the rosacea.
Why Choose Our Dermatologist?
s been nationally recognized as one of the premiere dermatologists in the nation. On top of practicing for decades, he also is the Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Ichan School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He continues his education and takes a passion in pioneering some of the most advanced dermatological treatments available. With the use of photodynamic therapy, Dr. Katz can help you find relief from your rosacea. To determine if you’d be a good candidate for rosacea treatment at