Laser Vein Treatment
Spider veins or telangiectasias are often a cosmetic concern for many clients, making them self-conscious about their skin’s appearance. These small blood vessels are caused by a variety of factors, including heredity, UV sun damage, pregnancy and other conditions that involve changes in hormone levels. Skin conditions like Rosacea, weight gain, long periods of standing, and certain medications can also contribute to their development. Laser therapy is a proven option for treating unsightly broken and dilated blood vessels, as well as other unwanted vascular lesions, such as port wine stains and reddish birthmarks. Laser vein treatments at Regenesis can enable you to obtain clearer and more attractive skin.
How it works
Laser vein removal is an advanced cosmetic skin treatment designed to remove or minimize unwanted visible veins using laser therapy. It uses a focused beam of light to heat up small vessels and destroy them without harming the nearby skin and tissues. Within a few weeks, the body reabsorbs the vessel, and it disappears. Laser treatments can minimize the appearance of spider veins that are commonly found on the legs, feet, and face.
At Regenesis, Dr. Hudson utilizes Cynosure’s Palomar Icon Max G and the Cutera PICO Genesis™ laser to treat a broad range of vessels ranging from tiny spider veins to deep blue reticular veins quickly and safely with minimal downtime and without bruising.
Spider veins or telangiectasias are often a cosmetic concern for many clients, making them self-conscious about their skin’s appearance. These small blood vessels are caused by a variety of factors, including heredity, UV sun damage, pregnancy and other conditions that involve changes in hormone levels. Skin conditions like Rosacea, weight gain, long periods of standing, and certain medications can also contribute to their development. Laser therapy is a proven option for treating unsightly broken and dilated blood vessels, as well as other unwanted vascular lesions, such as port wine stains and reddish birthmarks. Laser vein treatments at Regenesis can enable you to obtain clearer and more attractive skin.
faqs
This simple procedure can usually be completed in less than 20 minutes. Most patients do not require anesthesia or topical anesthetic. However, a topical anesthetic may be applied to the skin. Dr. Hudson will move a hand-held laser device over the treatment area. During treatment, you may feel a tingling sensation or slight snapping sensation in the area being treated. After treatment, your skin may be reddish or slightly bruised, and you may feel a bump on the skin. These side effects should dissipate after a few days.
Your results will not be noticeable right away. After treatment, slight reddening and local swelling of the skin may be noted. These side effects should dissipate after a few days. Gradually, the veins become lighter in color, and then begin to disappear. You should see noticeable results in 2 to 6 weeks. When larger veins are treated, a tan or brownish pigment may develop and persist for a few weeks or months following treatment.
The number of treatments required depends on the number, color and size of the vessels to be treated. Typically, 1-5 treatments are necessary to obtain optimal results. Treatments are spaced 2-4 weeks apart. Most patients find that the majority of treated veins show significant improvement within two to six weeks of treatment. Treatment leaves the treated area much clearer, with results that continue to improve with additional treatments. Ultimate results, however, may not be apparent for several months. Over time, of course, it is possible for new veins to appear which can be treated.
results
*Individual results may vary with different patient experiences.
*A series of treatments may be required for desired results.