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Cosmetic Procedures Clinic of North Dallas, Nathan Long M.D., 12800 Preston Rd #101 Dallas TX 75230

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VEIN TREATMENT FAQ

 

What is the Sciton light based vein treatment?

 

Our vein light based vein treat allows us to precisely treat visible vessels,

broken capillaries spider veins lesions and discoloration of your skin. Your treatment will be tailored to match your skin condition and desired result. Light therapy is a proven treatment for treating unsightly broken and dilated vessels, as well as such other unwanted vascular lesions as rosacea,

port wine stains, and other vascular birthmark. The latest advances in laser technology have given us a method for removal that is safer, faster and more effective than previous methods.

 

What conditions can be treated?

Rosacea Redness

Telangiactasia

Spider veins

Facial Veins Broken Capillaries

 

What will the light treatment do?

We restore your skin’s youthful color. Broken capillaries and other

visible vascular structures will be gently eliminated from the visible layers of your skin’s surface. We have the advanced ability to provide a treatment that is optimized to your skin condition. Unwanted lesions will be preferentially heated by the laser energy and become less noticeable, some will disappear and pigmented lesions will greatly improve.

 

What areas can be treated?

All skin areas can be treated. Popular areas are the face, neck, chest and legs. Let us know your needs.

 

Is there a risk?

 

There is some risk for the treatment of these skin conditions. In some cases repeat treatment will be necessary depending on your response to the treatment and the desired result.

 

How long will I take to recover?

 

Your healing time will depend upon your actual treatment, and you may

experience erythema (redness) which may last several days. For a couple of days after the treatment it is important to stay away from things that will enlarge the veins like alcohol, strenuous exercise and heat ect.

 

What should I expect after treatment?

 

Some temporary redness may be present in the area that has been treated, however, this should subside within a few hours. Your skin will have a

pink or red color that will resolve over time. It is also possible that a bruise develops. You will need to avoid direct sun exposure, or use a sun block of at least SPF 30 when outdoors.

 

Will it be uncomfortable?

 

There is little to no discomfort, however this varies from patient to patient and depends on the depth of the treatment. Most people describe laser vein treatment as feeling like the snap of a rubber band against the

skin. You may be given a topical anesthetic cream to numb the area to be treated. Any discomfort can be eased with the application of cool compresses. We have several options if there is any discomfort from the treatment.

 

What will happen during the procedure?

 

Your eyes will be protected with safety shields or glasses. The light beam will be delivered to the area of your skin being treated. You may briefly feel a warm or hot sensation as the laser pulses are preferentially absorbed in the unwanted vessels, heating and destroying them. Your procedure may take a few minutes to half an hour depending on the size of the area to be treated.

 

What aftercare will I need?

 

You will be prescribed skin care products and instructions on how to use them. This will minimize your risk for inflammation or redness and ensure the shortest response time. Any vessels or pigment denatured by the laser will be reabsorbed by your body over a period of time in a natural cleaning process. Most small capillaries will become invisible almost immediately since they will no longer contain blood flow. Your skin will be sensitive to ultra-violet light and you must avoid direct sun exposure. Most of the conditions treated by the laser will have been caused by sun exposure so avoiding the sun will prolong your new youthful appearance.

 

How does Light Based vein treatment work?

 

Specialized light is emitted that passes through the skin and is preferentially absorbed by its target, which can be an unwanted hair, birthmark, tattoo, or in this case, the hemoglobin (the red portio n of blood) in the unwanted vessels. The heat from the laser causes the vein to break up and disappear.

 

How soon will I see results? Are there any side effects?

 

Because laser vein treatment works by causing the unwanted vein to break up and dissolve, resolution of the unwanted vein will take place over the

course of several weeks. The most common side effect is bruising, around the treated area. This will resolve within days of the treatment.

 

What are facial veins?

 

Facial veins are fine blood vessels (otherwise known as telangiectasia) located on the face, usually around the nose and central cheeks. They can be the result of cumulative sun exposure, genetics, or rosacea. Many patients also refer to

these as "broken" blood vessels or capillaries.

 

What are the costs involved?

 

Costs for each treatment session can range from $150 to $500.

 

How many treatments are necessary? Is treatment permanent?

 

Depending on the severity of the condition, multiple treatments may be required. Improvement generally lasts for several years, but over time new facial veins will develop, requiring a touch-up treatment at a later date.