Psoriasis Treatment in Anchorage

Psoriasis can be embarrassing due to the red, itchy, scaly skin. It is affecting both men and women. The psoriasis treatment is the solution to the problem. It is a safe as well as affordable treatment.

Psoriasis laser treatments work well on people with mild-to-moderate psoriasis. But because the light is concentrated, it's not effective for people with psoriasis on large areas of the body. The consultation with an well-experienced dermatologist will help in overcoming the issue.

Laser treatments for psoriasis use one of two types of lasers: a pulsed dye laser (PDL) or an excimer laser.Pulsed dye lasers create a concentrated beam of yellow light. When the light hits the skin, it converts to heat. The heat destroys the extra blood vessels in the skin that contribute to psoriasis, without harming nearby skin

Excimer laser treatments are performed in the dermatologist's office for psoriasis. Each session takes only a few minutes. During the treatment, the doctor aims the laser directly at patches of psoriasis. You might feel some warmth at the site or a snapping sensation against the skin.

With excimer laser therapy in psoriasis, patients usually have two treatments lasting 15-30 minutes each week for three or more weeks, with at least a 48-hour break between treatments. With pulsed dye laser therapy, sessions go for 15-30 minutes every three weeks.

Because laser treatment for psoriasis is still a relatively new therapy, research is still underway to confirm its effectiveness. Some studies find that most people who are treated with lasers see real improvements in their skin that can last anywhere from several months to a year. Results are usually seen within 8 to 10 sessions