Laser vein removal treatments are a safe, non-surgical method for removing unwanted leg or facial leg veins. Low energy laser-light is applied to the skin, where it passes through harmlessly to reach the vein beneath the surface. The laser-light delivers a controlled amount of therapeutic heat to the targeted veins causing them to close and eventually fade from sight. Laser therapy is most effective for small and medium size spider veins. Large spider veins respond poorly and are best treated with sclerotherapy.

Laser vein removal treatments are a safe, non-surgical method for removing unwanted leg or facial leg veins. Low energy laser-light is applied to the skin, where it passes through harmlessly to reach the vein beneath the surface. The laser-light delivers a controlled amount of therapeutic heat to the targeted veins causing them to close and eventually fade from sight. Laser therapy is most effective for small and medium size spider veins. Large spider veins respond poorly and are best treated with sclerotherapy.

Our advanced laser technology allows for comfortable application. The discomfort associated with laser vein removal treatments is minimal. You may feel a slight 'pinch' during treatment. Anesthesia is not required.

Immediately following your laser treatment, redness and mild swelling are often noted in the treated areas; spider veins will be darker and more visible. Over the next few days, the treated areas may harden somewhat and localized bruising may appear. This is considered part of the 'normal-healing' process and usually lasts for a short time. It is recommended that heavy physical exertion and exercise involving the legs be avoided for 24-48 hours following treatment. Sun exposure on the treated areas should be avoided for 14 days following treatment and an SPF of 30 or above should be applied. Over 2-6 weeks, your spider veins usually fade. After each treatment, you will see a 70% to 80% improvement in the appearance of face spider veins and 30-40% improvement in leg spider veins.

Laser vein removal treatments are safe and effective. Most people experience little discomfort and often resume daily activities immediately. Temporary side effects usually resolve in a short amount of time and may include: redness, bruising, swelling, localized discomfort, blistering and changes in skin color. Permanent side effects are rare.

The number of laser treatment sessions required for acceptable vein reduction depends on the size and location of the veins being treated. The average number of treatments is three and treatments are generally spread four to six weeks apart. On occasion, additional treatments may be necessary to achieve the desired results. Veins on the face often respond quicker than veins on the legs.

• Avoid direct sun exposure or sun tanning booths before and after laser treatments.
• If you are having facial veins removed and have a history of oral herpes, prophylactic antiviral therapy may be necessary.
• Laser treatments will NOT be performed on pregnant women.
• Patients with a history of the following conditions may not be good candidates for laser treatment and should consult their primary care provider when considering treatment.
• Diabetic patients or patients with poor circulation
• Patients who have a history of poor healing
• Patients who take a blood thinner, such as coumarin or aspirin
• Patients taking iron supplements