Septembergirl wrote:I need to boost my vitamin D levels. Will Dermalight 80 with the standard NB-UVB bulbs promote higher vitamin D levels? What are the typical length of treatment sessions for this purpose?
I also have some hypopigmentation (depigmented spots) on my legs due to permanent hair removal with electrolysis. Will the NB-UVB light help with this condition?
What is the difference between NB-UVB and UVB? Which of them is most suitable in treating psoriasis?
TIA.
Hello Septembergirl,
We no longer offer Dermalight80, instead we now have the more convenient and safer Dermaray UV. NB-UVB is designed for treatment of chronic skin conditions such as Vitiligo and Psoriasis. For Vitamin D treatment, you require the older broadband type bulbs. We can supply this configuration in the Dermaray UV. You simply need to specify in the notes for your order that you need WIDEBAND UVB or WB-UVB bulb rather than the standard NB-UVB.
Depending on your skin type, treatment can be 3~4 minutes for your face or main body areas. Although particularly for Vitamin D issues, full body therapy is often recommended.