LED & PDT Light Therapy in Sydney
Light-based skin treatments at Cosmetic Doctors, Skin and Hair Clinic. Every treatment starts with a consultation with a registered practitioner who will assess your skin and medical history and explain whether LED light therapy or photodynamic therapy (PDT) is appropriate for you. All treatments carry risks and results vary between individuals.
LED AND PDT LIGHT THERAPY
Our LED device offers four wavelengths of light: blue, red, yellow and amber. Your practitioner will discuss which settings may be suitable for you at your consultation.
What is LED Light Therapy?
Our LED device offers four wavelengths of visible light. Your practitioner will explain how a session works, the risks and what to expect before you decide.
Blue Light Therapy
Blue light (415 nm) is one of the wavelengths available with our LED device. Your practitioner can discuss whether it may be suitable for your skin. Individual results vary and are not guaranteed.
Red Light Therapy
Red light (633 nm) is a visible wavelength used in cosmetic skin treatments. Outcomes differ from person to person and cannot be guaranteed. Your practitioner will explain what to expect.
Yellow Light Therapy
Yellow light (590 nm) is a wavelength available with our LED device. Your practitioner can explain whether it may suit your skin and what you can realistically expect.
Amber Light Therapy
Amber light is a wavelength available with our LED device and is used in cosmetic skin treatments. Results vary and are not guaranteed. Daily sun protection remains important whatever treatment you choose.
What is Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)?
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a clinical procedure. It is only offered after an individual assessment and prescribing decision by a registered medical practitioner (<a href="/dr-sana/">Dr Sana Pirzada</a>, MED0001970963), and it is not suitable for everyone. PDT carries risks, including skin reactions, and your practitioner will explain these before you decide. <a href="/Book-consultation/">book a consultation</a> to find out whether PDT is appropriate for you. For general information, see <a href="https://dermnetnz.org/topics/photodynamic-therapy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DermNet NZ on photodynamic therapy</a>.
About LED Light and PDT Therapy
Cosmetic Skin Treatment
LED light therapy is a non-invasive cosmetic skin treatment. Your practitioner will discuss what you can reasonably expect, and results vary.
Individual Assessment
PDT is only recommended after your practitioner has assessed your skin and medical history. Recovery varies between people, and common reactions and risks will be explained at your consultation.
Skin Appearance
Some people notice changes in how their skin looks and feels after a course of LED sessions. Results vary, are not guaranteed, and the number of sessions depends on your individual plan.
Practitioner-Led Care
Treatment is planned by a registered practitioner who explains the risks, what to expect and aftercare before you consent.
What to Expect
Treatment is tailored to you after a consultation with a registered practitioner. Suitability, expected recovery and risks differ between LED and PDT and between people.
Consultation first
Practitioner-led care
Recovery varies by treatment
Suitability assessed individually
How it Works
LED light therapy exposes the skin to specific wavelengths of visible light. Your practitioner will explain the settings used for your treatment, and you can read about our other light and laser options on our skin treatments page.
PDT is a clinical procedure provided under the direction of a medical practitioner after an individual assessment. If you are worried about a skin spot, book an appointment for a clinical assessment at our Chatswood, Eastgardens or Mt Annan clinic. For related information, see our rosacea treatment and melasma program pages.
1. Prepare
Your skin is cleansed and prepared by your practitioner. Any further preparation depends on the treatment recommended for you and will be explained at your consultation.
2. Treatment
You are positioned under the LED panel. Your practitioner will explain what you may feel during treatment, including any discomfort, and what eye protection is used.
3. Aftercare
After your session your practitioner will give you aftercare instructions and discuss any follow-up that is clinically appropriate. Results vary and are not guaranteed.
Book a Consultation
Book a consultation at Cosmetic Doctors, Skin and Hair Clinic to discuss whether LED light therapy or PDT may be suitable for you. All treatments carry risks. Ask us about the benefits and risks before you decide.
Step 1
Consult & Plan
Your initial consultation covers your skin type, concerns, relevant medical history and goals. For PDT, a medical practitioner (<a href="/dr-sana/">Dr Sana Pirzada</a>, MED0001970963, registered medical practitioner with general registration) will assess your skin and decide whether treatment is clinically appropriate. Your practitioner will recommend a suitable approach, explain the risks and what to expect, and obtain your informed consent before any treatment starts.
Step 2
Treat
Your practitioner will recommend a treatment plan, including how many sessions and how far apart, based on your individual assessment. The number of sessions varies between people and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
Step 3
Aftercare
Following treatment, you will receive written aftercare instructions. For PDT, aftercare is more involved, and strict sun avoidance, protective skincare and a follow-up review are important parts of recovery. Further sessions will only be recommended if they are clinically appropriate for you.
Your Treatment Journey
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQs)
LED light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that exposes the skin to specific wavelengths of visible light. PDT is a different, more involved clinical procedure that is assessed and prescribed by a medical practitioner. The two are not interchangeable. Both carry risks and recovery differs. At your consultation, your practitioner will explain which, if either, is appropriate for you, the risks, and what to expect afterwards.
Treatment starts with a consultation where your practitioner reviews your skin and medical history, explains the risks and recovery for each option, and answers your questions. Results vary and cannot be guaranteed. Read more about our practitioner or book a consultation.
Sensations differ between people and between LED and PDT. Your practitioner will explain what you may feel, including warmth, tingling or discomfort, and what can be done during the session. Please tell your practitioner if you are uncomfortable at any time.
The number of sessions varies between people and is set by your practitioner after an individual assessment. Outcomes cannot be guaranteed, and further sessions will only be recommended if they are clinically appropriate for you.
Suitability is decided individually at a consultation, after your practitioner has reviewed your skin, medical history and medications. Some people are not suitable for LED or PDT. If you are concerned about a skin spot, book an appointment for a clinical assessment. You can also explore our other skin treatments.
Prices are a guide only and are shown in the price table on this page. Your practitioner will confirm the treatment recommended for you and the total cost, including what is included, at your consultation.
Recovery differs between LED and PDT. After PDT, reactions such as redness, swelling or skin sensitivity can occur, and strict sun avoidance is important. Your practitioner will explain realistic recovery, risks and aftercare for your treatment before you consent.
Consultations are available at our Chatswood, Eastgardens and Mt Annan clinics. Your consultation will include an assessment of whether PDT or LED light therapy is appropriate for you, and an explanation of the risks.
Indicative Price Range
Prices below are a guide only. Your practitioner will confirm the treatment recommended for you and the total cost at your consultation.
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Face (Stand alone) | $70 |
| LED Facial | $90 |