Laser Vein Removal/ Sclerotherapy in Bergen County, NJ
Varicose Veins, Spider veins, or telangiectasias are those tiny purple and red blood vessels found most commonly on the thighs or lower legs of women. They are hereditary and can form anywhere on the leg, from the top of the thigh to the ankle. Occasionally, spider veins appear on the face.
Varicose veins are larger. They appear raised with a bluish color and can become quite painful. Although spider veins and varicose veins carry blood, they are not part of the venous valve system. Your spider veins can be reduced significantly through a simple office procedure called Sclerotherapy.
Sclerotherapy treatment was developed in the 1920′s. During the procedure, a sclerosing solution is injected into the vein through a micro-needle . The tiny needle generally causes very little pain. Ice may be applied to alleviate the pain if needed. The sclerosing solution causes the vein to blanch (turn white), then gradually disappear.
Prior to treatment, Dr. Macri will review your complete medical history to determine how long you have had a problem with your veins, and the severity of the problem. We need to know if the problem is exacerbated by physical activity and if there has been any prior surgery or treatment of your veins. Treatments usually consist of more than one treatment. In most cases, about 50-70% of the treated vessels will be gone for good. However, new veins may appear and additional treatments are generally required for optimum results. These treatments may be in 6-8 week intervals. Smaller veins that can’t be entered with the micro-needle will need to have laser therapy to achieve optimum results.
Today’s new medical lasers provide safe and effective non-surgical treatment options for the removal of spider and varicose veins. Our new, advanced laser treatments deliver a precise dosage of energy to the targeted vein. The light energy is absorbed by the blood vessels, but not the surrounding tissue. This heat absorption causes a coagulation of the blood vessel, which is subsequently absorbed by your body.
If only sclerotherapy is used (without laser) you may be asked to wear special heavy duty stockings to help keep pressure on the veins. This will reduce bruising and help keep the treated veins closed. Bruises around the treated areas usually disappear after the first week.
Patients are generally encouraged to take it easy for the rest of the day. We do ask that you refrain from rigorous activities for the first 24 hours. Walking is encouraged, because it increases blood flow through the other veins. Although your final results may not be apparent for several weeks, most patients experience a 60-80% improvement.
The number of treatments required varies with the size and depth of each vein. For the maximum long term resolution, multiple treatments may be necessary. However, if new veins appear, additional treatments are required. Treatments may be in three to four week intervals.
Call M.D. Aesthetics today, to discuss Sclerotherapy treatement for your varicose (spider) veins. The consultation is complimentary!
