Spider veins are typically located on the face and upper thighs. They may appear as thin red, blue, or purple lines on your skin that increase with age and are difficult to conceal. Commons causes of spider veins include:
Nonsurgical spider vein removal is recommended to minimize the appearance of unwanted spider veins. For the best results, it’s recommended to opt for a laser vein removal procedure when they first begin to appear.
At The Loudoun Center for Plastic Surgery at Ashburn, VA, Dr. Brown can suggest a customized treatment plan to meet your needs and goals for laser vein reduction treatment.
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Surgical Experience
To be a good candidate for laser vein removal in the face or legs, you should meet the following criteria:
Frequently called spider veins, these visible blood vessels are rarely a medical issue. , However, some people deem them a cosmetic problem. They may lead to insecurities or lack of confidence in your appearance.
Affected men and women tend to avoid certain clothes (such as swimsuits and shorts) or use a lot of concealers to attempt to cover up their spider veins.
At The Loudoun Center for Plastic Surgery in Ashburn, VA, Nonsurgical laser vein removal takes between 20 and 45 minutes. Treatment time varies depending on the number and size of the areas being addressed.
Before the procedure begins, you will be asked to relax in a reclined position in one of our treatment rooms as the skin is cleaned. Local numbing cream may be used at your request to reduce any discomfort.
Next, the laser handpiece is passed across the skin so the wavelengths can reach the spider veins. Treatment is administered via multiple pulses which do not harm the rest of the body. The blood vessels absorb this energy, which works to close the walls of the veins. This prevents blood from flowing through the surface of the vessels, the spider vein look is diminished.
No recovery time is required. You will be allowed to leave immediately to get back to your regular routine following your laser treatment.
For 1 to 2 weeks following your surgery you may notice minor bruising, swelling, and redness. For optimal healing, compression or support garments may be worn to encourage the circulation of blood.
Avoid extended exposure to UV rays, and use sunscreen on treated skin. Many patients notice improvements right away, but outcomes will be different for every person. Depending on the severity of your condition it may take weeks or months for optimal results to appear.
During the initial consultation we will review potential results, and determine the number of treatments necessary to get your optimal results.
Unfortunately, it’s not unusual for more spider veins to form after treatment. Additional procedures can be performed as needed.
Laser vein removal permanently erases the veins in treated areas. However, it’s not unusual for more spider veins to form after treatment. In this case, patients may return for additional treatments.
The price of your laser vein removal will be dependent on the size and location of the area being treated. We will examine your veins prior to your treatment to determine the scope of your treatment process.
At our Ashburn, VA facility, we also accept several payment methods to help make your treatment as affordable as possible. Learn more about financing options at The Loudoun Center for plastic surgery.
The ideal form of treatment for you will depend on the types of veins present, their size, and their location. Laser treatments are effective in treating spider veins; however, , patients who have certain types of deeper spider veins or varicose veins may benefit more from sclerotherapy.
During this treatment, a solution is injected into the vein to remove it. Veins treated through laser vein removal have a slimmer chance of returning than if sclerotherapy alone is used. During a consultation, we will assess whether or not the veins can be treated with lasers.
With laser vein removal, the vein is destroyed with a focused beam of light. Only the target areas are treated, and surrounding areas of the body are not affected. After about 4 – 6 weeks, the vein will be reabsorbed by the body, disappearing entirely.
Laser vein removal can be used for treatment anywhere that a spider vein exists, including face, upper thighs, ankles, and leg veins. Utilizing state-of-the-art laser technology allows us to precisely treat each many areas of the body, regardless of how delicate it is.
Typically, laser vein removal is not painful, and patients will only experience a slight pinching sensation during the treatment. An ointment or local anesthetic can be applied to the treatment area prior to the procedure to help diminish any discomfort. Additionally, the laser technology we use has a built-in cooling system to protect the skin and to provide a cooling effect.
