Laser Vein Removal

Description:
Laser Vein Treatment is the latest procedure developed to reduce and eliminate varicose and spider veins. These veins, that can appear anywhere on the body, are useless and many people find them ugly. Some varicose veins can cause pain an itching. Laser Vein Treatment is one of the fastest and most effective methods to remove those veins.

The Procedure:
The procedure consists of a laser directed towards the afflicted area. The laser causes the cells of the vein, which is no longer necessary, to heat. This collapses the vein allowing it to be absorbed by the body during the natural healing process.

Time Required:
The treatment takes a few minutes for each vein.

In/Out Patient:
Outpatient

Side Effects:
Most commonly, patients may experience redness and swelling in the treated area, which usually subsides in a few hours. It is also possible for small blood clots to form under the skin causing temporary discoloration.

Risks:
Laser Vein Treatment is a relatively risk free procedure.

Duration of Results:
The treated veins are destroyed forever, however, it is possible for new veins to form.

Recovery Time:
There is no downtime associated with Laser Vein Treatment; most patients can resume normal activities immediately.

Insurance:
Most Laser Vein Treatment is a cosmetic procedure and accordingly, not covered by insurance.

Level of Discomfort:
Most patients describe the discomfort as mild.

Anesthesia:
A topical anesthetic can be applied but it not normally necessary.

Also Known As:
Laser vein removal, laser vein reduction, spider vein treatment, spider vein removal, spider vein reduction