YAG laser is usually preferable for treating smaller thread veins on the face.
The laser safely uses a focused beam of light to target the spider vein and damage it. The heat generated by the laser coagulates the blood inside so that the vein shrivels and is absorbed by the blood stream. It takes four to six weeks for thread veins to disappear from sight.
The laser energy also stimulates skin healing and cell renewal.
Treatment is performed in a clinicalenvironment, following a detailed consultation and physical examination toassess your suitability for treatment and to check for venous insufficiency Details of the procedure, recovery, potential outcomes andcost will be explained in full. Might be good to link to an explanation of this as a separate page/on the FAQs?
It can depend on the size and number of spider veins, together with your general medical condition. You may need two to six treatment sessions for optimum results.
Each session lasts around one hour and is usually carried out four to six weeks apart.
YAG Laser treatment gives permanent results. Please bear in mind that new telangiectasias can develop, for instance due to hormonal changes, pregnancy, weight gain or if you are on your feet all day at work.
YAG laser treatment is carried out under local anesthesia and is precise, gentle and effective. A cooling tip minimizes any discomfort and you may just feel a pinging sensation. Redness or a slight bump on your skin may appear afterwards but should disappear within several hours.
Downtime, if any, is minimal and you can resume regular activities right away.
Many people view spider vein removal treatment as a cosmetic procedure rather than a medical one. However, it is vital to ensure that there are no underlying vein problems – especially if these dilated blood vessels appear on the legs.
At Vein MD, we take a holistic approach to ensure the correct treatment through the highest standards of technology and clinical care.
You will receive a detailed consultation by a vascular surgeon to assess the appropriate treatment regime in a tailored plan. This may include having ultrasound to check for venous insufficiency.
At veinMD, we provide both in-person and virtual consultations by our highly qualified vascular surgeons, while treatments and procedures take place at a veinMD center.
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