Spider Veins

The Laserscope Lyra long-pulse 1064nm Nd:YAG laser provides a state-of-the-art tool for treating many vascular lesions of the skin, and is the best available laser today for treatment of small to medium sized capillaries and venules on the legs.

The Lyra laser combines integrated chill-tip technology to provide continuous skin cooling during treatment, with Versastat technology to provide reliable energy parameters over a range of vessel treatment sizes.

We’re pleased to offer a revolutionary new laser treatment that can quickly and safely eliminate unsightly leg veins, spider veins and broken capillaries up to 4mm in diameter.

Watch a Spider Vein treatment (click on the picture below).

spider veins on legs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What are the benefits?

Our advanced technology minimizes the redness and bruising normally associated with traditional treatments. Best of all, our technology allows us to treat people of most ethnic origins.

How does it work?
The laser energy is absorbed by the pigment

 

 in your blood and collapses the unwanted vein. The laser energy is delivered through a hand-held device with a cooling tip that protects your skin.  We can use double cooling (contact cooling tip and cold air) for additional comfort.

When will you see results?

The appearance of leg veins will either dramatically fade or completely disappear during the treatment. Some vessels may show temporary swelling that will subside after a few hours to a few days. The redness of the treated vessels will gradually disappear as the healing process occurs. This may typically takes two weeks but may take longer.

How often can you have it done?
Most patients see excellent improvement after just two treatments. Everyone responds differently to treatments, with some needing only one treatment and others requiring a third treatment. You can optimize your results by closely following the post treatment instructions. The usual treatment interval is eight weeks.

Are there any side effects?
Immediately following the procedure you may experience some redness in the treated area. The redness usually dissipates within one to three days. Also, although it is not the intended purpose of this particular treatment, hair growth may be impaired in the treated area.

How long does it take?
Most treatments typically take around 10 minutes depending on the size of the area to be treated.  More extensive vessels will take more time.  Topical anesthetics should may be applied 60-90 minutes before the treatment time (this is greatly encouraged to increase your comfort).

Pre-treatment Instructions:

  • Apply SPF 30-50 sunblock (UVA and UVB) to treatment areas that are exposed to the sun.
  • Tell us if you have taken Accutane in the past six months or are planning to begin taking Accutane.
  • Inform us of any changes in medical history since your last visit.
  • Shave the area to be treated within 12 hours prior to the treatment if necessary.
  • If desired apply topical anesthetic as directed prior to coming in for your appointment.
  • Do Not use aspirin, alcohol, NSAID’s (ibuprophen, Naprosyn, etc.), gingko and St. John’s wart for 10 days prior to treatment.
  • Do Not use tetracylines and Zithromax for 7 days prior to treatment.