Laser Treatment for Spider Veins
Spider Veins are small blood vessels in the skin that appear web-like and red, blue, or purple in color. They are called also telangiectasia.
Spider veins and varicose veins occur in the legs when the one-way valves in the blood vessels no longer work right, which lets blood collect in the veins instead of flowing back to the heart. This makes the veins widen, often becoming unsightly and uncomfortable. Most commonly, varicose veins near the skin surface are caused by leaky valves in veins deeper in the leg. Spider veins and varicose veins can affect women and men of any age, but they are most common in women of childbearing age or older.
Laser Treatment for Spider Veins
You no longer need to cover your legs – show them off with laser leg vein removal.
Laser varicose vein removal, offers a nonsurgical solution for removing spider and reticular leg veins in less than 30 minutes with results that are long lasting. More importantly, it is an alternative to surgical leg vein removal, which leaves no incision scars and does not require lengthy recovery.
How It Works
The laser hand piece will deliver light energy into your skin and will be absorbed by the blood within the vein being targeted, while leaving the surrounding skin unharmed. Once the blood absorbs this energy, the vein will heat up and it will affect the vessel lining. Thus, causing the vessel to constrict and eventually fade from view leaving your legs looking clear and as beautiful as ever.
Laser varicose vein removal, Technology We Use
Leg vein treatments with our Icon laser is safe and comfortable. The specific hand piece delivers the energy in one smooth, gentle pulse, to protect the skin from any temperature rise. In addition, a chilled tip on the hand piece cools the skin during the treatment, both protecting your skin and providing a comfortable treatment.
Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins, What To Expect On The Day Of Treatment
Before your IconTM leg vein treatment, your doctor will typically apply a gel to the area being treated. This will help ensure the laser energy is delivered appropriately and will help cool the area during and after the treatment.
The provider will begin the treatment by moving the laser hand piece over your skin, following the length of the vein and pulsing the energy as they go. You will be provided safety goggles before the treatment to protect your eyes but you may still see flashes of light as the laser energy is being delivered to your skin. You will also feel a mild sensation and heat on the skin during the treatment. Your provider may cool the area after the treatment using a cool roller, cold air or ice packs to help with any discomfort.
The vessels may undergo immediate graying or blanching, or they may exhibit a slight purple or red color change. The vessels will fully or partially fade in about ten to fourteen days. Schedule a follow-up appointment for evaluation. Repeat treatments may be performed every three to four weeks. One to four treatments may be necessary. Do not pick, remove, or pull at any darkened lesions, as scarring may occur.
What types of veins can be treated by laser varicose veins treatment?
It is ideal for spider veins and reticular veins on your legs.
How long does the treatment take?
Depending on the size of the area being treated, they can take just minutes. Typically, treatments are no longer than 30 minutes.
What type of result can I expect?
Many patients experience immediate improvement in the appearance of their leg veins following the treatment followed by continued improvement over the next week or so.
How many treatments will I need?
A series of treatments may be needed to fully clear blood vessels and reduce the appearance of the leg veins completely. Typically, one to four sessions are needed for desired results.
What does the procedure feel like?
Patients describe a range of sensations from tingling to the snap of a rubber band during the procedure. You may also feel warmth during and after the procedure on the area that was treated.
When can I resume my daily activities?
Typically, there is no downtime and you can return to your daily activities immediately following the procedure.
So, what is the best treatment for spider veins?
Laser for spider veins (skin lasers) is very useful tool to treat certain type and size skin veins. Usually, these veins are of small size, so combining this laser treatment with sclerotherapy would get rid of most types of small spider veins with procedure not being painful.
How to keep your legs looking beautiful after spider vein treatment.
- Elevating your legs
- Wearing support compression stockings on long trips
- Exercising the calf, it pumps blood back to the heart
- Controlling your body weight
