Spider Vein Removal with laser
on Face or Legs
in Boston & Providence Area

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Spider Vein Removal Laser Treatment

Do you have broken capillaries on your face or legs? They look like purple-bluish, or red, thin thread like size vessels which are commonly referred to as spider veins.
When they are on your face, they usually appear on the nose, cheeks, and chin.  On you legs they can be found in any area whether it be upper or lower legs and/or ankles. Spider veins are also called broken capillaries.

While they are not painful, spider veins are not very pretty and they can be embarrassing. The Candela’s GentleYAG® laser can quickly and effectively remove spider veins with minimal discomfort. It works wonderfully well, and it generally takes 1-3 sessions to clear vessels.  Treatments should be spaced approximately 6 weeks apart. You should not have sun exposure in the area to be treated either prior to or for at least 4 weeks post your treatment.

Some vessels that are larger or deeper in your skin may need to be injected via sclerotherapy.

Besides spider veins on your legs, we can also treat vessels that are on other areas of your body such as neck or chest.   Additional conditions that are vascular such as  angiomas and rosacea can also be treated with laser.
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How to Remove Spider Veins
 on Your Face or Legs with Laser Treatments

Ugly Spider Veins?

Laser is an effective, safe and relatively painless methods to reduce spider veins. The laser beam causes the vein to collapse. The vein will fade out as your body absorbs the vessel.

What causes Spider Veins?

A number of factors may contribute to the development of spider veins in the legs.
These are the most common:
  •     Heredity.
  •     Hormonal changes.
  •     A work environment that requires prolonged sitting or standing.
  •     Pregnancy.
  •     Weight fluctuation in a short period of time.

What is the Best Way to  Treat Spider Veins
on your Face or Legs.

Answer:
We tried all the lasers and found the GentleYag and Magma Laser the most effect for spider vein removal.
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* Results will vary person to person

About Laser Spider Vein Removal
- Frequently Asked Questions -

How many Spider Vein Removal treatments are needed?

Depending on the size of the vessel, it may take 1-3 treatments to dissolve the capillary

How far apart are the spider vein removal treatments?

Ideally, treatments should be spaced 6 weeks apart.

Do I have to wear support hose for Laser Spider Vein Removal on legs ?

It depends. With laser treatments for spider veins you do not have to wear support hose. We do recommend support hose should you need sclerotherapy.

How does Spider Vein Removal with laser work?

During the Spider Vein Removal procedure, a special hand piece delivers heat to the targeted vein while Candela’s Cooling Device™ protects the skin. This heat forces the blood vessel to coagulate, causing it to be slowly destroyed and absorbed by the body. The process can take just a few minutes to 1/2 hour and the recovery time is minimal.

Is a Spider Vein Removal painful?

There is a pinching sensation during the Spider Vein Removal treatment. A cooling spray is released after each pulse to ease discomfort and provide cooling of the skin. 

Can varicose veins be treated with laser?

The lasers we offer do not treat varicose veins.

Do I have to limit sun exposure after laser?

Yes.  Treatment needs to be on your natural skin color. Additionally, post treatment you should limit sun exposure for at least 4 weeks.

What will my legs or face look like after a treatment?

Most patients after spider vein removal treatment have some swelling and pinkness within the treated sites. This will diminish over a 24-48 hour period. On occasion fine superficial crusting (looks like a cat scratch) and blister formation may occur, especially in the treatment of leg veins. If this occurs, patients are asked to clean the area gently with mild soap and water twice daily and apply an antibiotic ointment.

What is Sclerotherapy?

A solution is injected into the vessel. It then breaks down the vein which is slowly absorbed by the body over several weeks.

What are the risks associated with laser treatment?

Laser spider vein removal treatment for facial blood vessels and leg veins has been free of significant complications. There is a chance of temporary pigmentation disturbances. On occasion postoperative crusting and blistering are noted but this is not associated with any significant increased risks of complications.

How successful is spider vein removal laser treatments for spider veins on your face or legs?

Really..its pretty great. The degree of success will vary from patient to patient, however, studies show that the success in the treatment of facial blood vessels range between 75-90% with a single treatment. Leg veins appear to show a 50-75% response after one or two treatments.
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