Laser Vein Removal

It is estimated that over 50 million Canadians & Americans are bothered by the appearance of veins on their face, thighs, calves, and ankles. There is no longer any need to live with unsightly veins. The laser works by using its light energy, which is transferred into heat energy that collapses the selected vessel. Once eliminated, the vessels turns brown in colour, and the wastes are absorbed through the body’s natural metabolism process.

Indications for Treatment:

• Spider veins from .01-3.0 mm in size
• Small red and blue veins
• Rosacea
• Leg and facial telangectasia
• Broken capillaries
• Birth marks
• Brown sun spots
• Vascular malformations
• Liver spots
• Warts
• Moles

  Laser Vein Removal Procedure:

• A pulse of laser light feels like a small pinch or slight sting similar to the snap of a rubber band against the skin.
• For people with sensitive skin, a prescription topical anesthetic can be used.

About Veins

Telangectasia vascular lesions may be:

• Congenital
• Part of the aging process
• Result of overexposure to the sun
• Result of using oral contraceptives
• Result of estrogen therapy

Spider veins may be:

• Caused by running
• Result of pregnancy

Varicose veins may be:

• Hormonal factors including puberty, pregnancy, menopause and use of birth control pills, estrogen or progesterone
• Aging
• Prolonged standing
• Leg injury
• Result of weight gain
• Laser Vein Removal

Before and After Protocol

Before Treatment:

• There should be no UV exposure for three weeks
• Do not drink any caffeine drinks before your appointment. Caffeine increases your pain level and may cause nervousness.
• Do not take aspirin for seven days before the treatment, unless medically necessary as it will increase the risk of bruising.
• You may take Advil or Tylenol if you think you will be sensitive to the treatment.
• Sign the procedure consent form.
• The laser technician will cleanse the treatment site.
• A prescription of topical anesthetic may be applied to the treatment area.

After Treatment:

• Do not stretch your skin in an effort to see what has been done.
• Redness and/or mild swelling at the treatment site may occur.
• If there are small scabs, they are important to your healing.
• You may take Advil or Tylenol if you are uncomfortable.
• Do no apply makeup, as it will disturb the treatment sites.
• Do not use the sauna or hot tub for two weeks.
• There should be no UV exposure for 3 weeks pre & post treatment.
• Wash the treated area gently twice daily with mild soap and apply a recovery ointment three to six times daily to ensure the area is moist and supple.
• Please call the Spa immediately if any concerns arise.