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Spider Vein Treatment (Sclerotherapy) Cost & Profile
- Avg. Cost: $0
- Candidate: NA
- Length: 30 minutes - 1 hour
- Treatments: 3-4 treatments Injections
- Results: Permanent
- Back to work: No downtime
Common Questions & Answers about Spider Vein Treatment (Sclerotherapy)
"I am interested in finding out what can be done about unsightly veins that are visible under my eyes. They have been there since I was a child and they are a bluish-purple color that is hard to cover up with make-up. Is there a procedure available to get rid of them or reduce their appearance, and what risks are involved? Thank You!"
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Christopher (Chris) Costanzo, M.D. Thousand Oaks |
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Best Noninvasive Vein Removal Options
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Spider veins and varicose veins can take away from your appearance, and are more common than most people realize. Vein removal treatments include surgery and an innovative procedure known as sclerotherapy, but there are alternatives to needles and injections. From herbal remedies to intense pulsed light treatments, here’s a close look at some of the most effective noninvasive vein removal options available:
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) for Vein Removal
Light therapy is often used to treat age spots, skin discoloration and other aging concerns, but it has also proven to be effective for treating spider veins. Intense pulsed light treatments are performed on an outpatient basis, and work by emitting heat onto the blood vessels to cause a complete vessel breakdown. This results in the vein shrinking and then eventually disappearing, and there is no damage or scarring to the surrounding skin. Most people feel only a slight stinging or tingling during the procedure, and a series of treatments can provide optimal results.
It’s important to note that Intense Pulsed Light treatments cannot be used on people with very dark skin tones, or on those who have had skin resurfacing procedures.
Intense Pulsed Laser for Vein Removal
To treat reticular veins and larger spider veins, the Intense Pulsed Laser may be the best option. This procedure involves using intense pulsed light with infrared laser energy to heat up the blood vessels and shrink the vessels within minutes. The laser only affects the blood vessels, so there is no risk of burns, scarring or skin damage to surrounding tissues throughout the treatment. Patients typically feel a light, burning sensation during the treatment, but this noninvasive vein removal treatment is particularly effective for bulging, painful veins.
As with Intense Pulsed Light therapy, there are some restrictions for use, and a consultation with a vein removal specialist will determine if you are a good candidate for treatment.
Natural Vein Removal Cream
Vein removal creams available over the counter promise to improve circulation in the legs and diminish – not eliminate – spider veins and varicose veins. While some are effective for moisturizing the skin and improving circulation, none of these creams will help to break down the actual vein. Still, these creams are effective at restoring circulation for those who are prone to developing varicose veins or spider veins, and may be used as a preventative measure.
Herbal Supplements for Vein Removal
Herbal remedies and supplements for vein removal are readily available from natural food stores and drugstores, and are designed to improve circulation to the legs and keep the skin and tissues healthy. While these supplements won’t get rid of spider veins or varicose veins, they can help to restore skin and tissue health before and after a noninvasive vein removal procedure, and may reduce the risk of veins developing in the future. It’s important to note that vein removal supplements and creams have not been approved by the FDA, and are for cosmetic purposes only.
Learn more about sclerotherapy and vein removal treatments in our information guide, or consult with a cosmetic surgeon in your area to find out which noninvasive vein removal treatments may be a good match for you.
Published: 05/15/2009, Last Updated: 05/15/2009
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