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Tired Of Facial Veins?

Telangiectasia, the medical term for spider veins and broken capillaries, are small red to purple dilated blood vessels or broken capillaries, often found on the cheeks, forehead, chin and the nose.

There are many potential causes of facial blood vessels including long-term exposure to the sun and wind. Heredity, hormones, disease, high blood pressure and excessive alcohol may also be contributing factors.

Many people find these veins undesirable and unattractive, and seek out our laser treatments as a cosmetic correction. Our spider vein treatments are quick and non-surgical, so you can get back to living your life.

Tackling Facial Spider Veins

Spider veins are a common cosmetic problem that can affect both men and women. While they can occur anywhere on the body, when they appear on the face, they can be especially noticeable and can make you feel self-conscious.

While it still isn’t clear exactly what causes spider veins, some potential causes of facial spider veins may involve lifestyle choices such as drinking alcohol or excessive exposure to sunlight causing sun damage. Aging can also cause spider veins on the face. The weakening of veins and skin, and the aging skin can make the spider veins more noticeable.

If your facial veins are affecting your self confidence and impacting your day to day life, you may benefit from getting them treated. We offer non-invasive spider vein treatments that can reduce or remove spider veins, alleviate the discomfort associated with this condition, and help eliminate any insecurities you may feel about their appearance on your face.

Our Facial Spider Vein Treatments

As we mentioned, our facial spider vein treatments are nonsurgical and have little downtime. We can treat facial spider veins using either sclerotherapy or broad band light (BBL) also known as IPL. Our proven procedures have made it possible to remove these blood vessels safely without scarring.

Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is a procedure that involves having an injection that will cause the spider veins to fade or disappear altogether. The sclerosing agent is dextrose and saline. The injectable solution irritates the lining of the vessel, causing it to swell and stick together and the blood to clot.

Over a period of a few weeks, the vessels turn into scar tissue and then fade, eventually becoming barely noticeable or invisible however some blood vessels are more resistant, requiring additional treatments.

Excel V
Targeting red, purple and blue facial veins, the medical-grade Excel V laser can treat all of your vascular concerns. The system uses a unique high power green laser that is absorbed by abnormal blood vessels in the skin. This laser heats the abnormal vessels, ultimately restoring normal skin tone and color. In as few as 1 to 3 treatments, unwanted and unsightly vessels and veins are reduced, and symptoms like flushing and blushing are managed.

IPL
A broad spectrum of light is transmitted through a small, smooth, transparent handpiece which is gently placed over the skin. Cut-off filters in the handpiece change the wavelength range allowing it to be customized for different applications and skin types. The laser light penetrates the tissue and is absorbed before the injured tissue is removed by the bodies natural process.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does Treatment Take?
Treatment generally takes about 30 minutes to an hour to complete, though this will depend on the specific skin condition as well as the number of areas you wish to address.

Does It Hurt?
For our laser treatments, each pulse of light is similar to a slight pinch, sting, or pinprick – some patients have even compared it to the snap of a rubber band. Overall, treatment is generally tolerated well, and anesthesia is typically not necessary.

Are Multiple Treatments Necessary?
For optimal results, we often recommend a series of about five treatments spaced approximately three to four weeks apart; however, this may vary based on your unique skin type and concern.

Book Your Free Consultation Now

Our team is committed to working with you to develop a synergistic approach for enhancing your skin’s health and reducing the signs of aging.

We encourage you to attend a free consultation with Dr. Rao where he will assess your situation and discuss treatment options.

We invite you to experience the rewards of a welcoming environment where you can expect to be listened to, understood, and delighted with the outcome. Use the form below to book your consultation today.

Spider Veins / Unsightly Veins

Many men and women have spider veins. Spider veins appear as red spider veins, purple spider veins or even blue spider veins and can appear anywhere on the body including the face, neck, chest and legs.

The cause of spider veins is uncertain but they may be hereditary for you. Most of these veins are not essential and if you regard them as unattractive, you may benefit from their treatment.

Our spider vein treatments are quick and non-surgical. At Rao Dermatology we’re about fast recovery so that you can look your very best every day.

Free Your Legs With Our Spider Vein Treatments

Spider veins are small, dilated blood vessels that typically appear on the legs, face, neck, and chest. They can be red or bluish in color and have various patterns: they can be short, unconnected lines, or they can be connected in a “sunburst pattern.” They may also look like a spider web and many times they can cover quite a large area and tend to appear more frequently in women than men

While the exact cause of spider veins is still somewhat unknown, some causes of are hereditary, pregnancy, hormonal changes, weight gain, lack of exercise, prolonged periods of sitting or standing, sun damage and some skin diseases. As people age, these veins may multiply and be hard to cover up with makeup or clothes and can be both embarrassing and frustrating, while effecting self-esteem.

The bulk of cases of spider veins are the result of genetics and/or aging. However, there are many other circumstances that can cause the appearance of spider veins. On the legs they can be due to the type of work that you do such as long hours of sitting or standing. Pregnancy and obesity in women are also known to be causes of spider veins. On the face, it may involve lifestyle choices such as drinking alcohol or excessive exposure to sunlight causing sun damage.

If you regard them as unattractive, you may benefit from their treatment. We offer non-invasive spider vein treatments that can reduce or remove spider veins, alleviate the discomfort associated with this condition, and help eliminate any insecurities you may feel about their appearance on your face or legs.

Spider veins can also be the symptom of a larger problem of varicose veins, and in this case, the larger varicose vein is treated as well as the small spider veins.

Our Spider Vein Treatments

Spider vein treatments at Rao Dermatology are nonsurgical and have little downtime. We offer both laser and sclerotherapy treatments.

Sclerotherapy is a procedure that involves having an injection that will cause the spider veins to fade or disappear altogether. There is a 50-90% chance that the spider vein treatment will greatly improve the appearance of the treated area. The sclerosing agent is dextrose and saline. The injectable solution irritates the lining of the vessel, causing it to swell and stick together and the blood to clot. Over a period of a few weeks, the vessels turn into scar tissue and then fade, eventually becoming barely noticeable or invisible. It should be noted that some blood vessels are more resistant, requiring additional treatments.

Laser treatment is another option. We pass a laser over the vein so that light energy can make its way through the skin. It helps liquefy the coagulated blood that is confined in the vessel. Your lymphatic system then simply rinses it out.

Book Your Spider Vein Treatment Consultation Today

The spider vein treatment is quick and requires minimal discomfort. At Rao Dermatology we’re about fast recovery so that you can look your very best every day.

If you still have questions about our spider vein treatments, come in for a free consultation with Dr. Rao. He will take the time to determine whether you are a good candidate for the procedure.

We invite you to experience the rewards of a welcoming environment where you can expect to be listened to, understood, and delighted with the outcome.

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