Medical lasers provide safe and effective non-surgical treatment of spider veins on the legs and face. The Excel V+ laser delivers pulses of light energy to the unwanted vein, which causes the blood within the treated vein to coagulate. Once the treated veins are closed, the body will absorb them over time.
How does laser therapy differ from sclerotherapy for veins?
Both treatments close unwanted veins, but they do it in different ways. Sclerotherapy involves injecting medication directly into the vein, while Laser Therapy uses light energy to close the vein. The best treatment depends on the type, size, location, and color of the veins being treated. Laser therapy is considered the treatment of choice for facial spider veins. Your consultation will determine if sclerotherapy or laser therapy will be most effective.
Excel V+ Laser
What is the downtime after laser treatments?
There can be an initial period of redness, swelling, a mild sunburn sensation, or bruising over the areas treated. This is temporary and usually dissipates within several hours to days. Avoid taking hot baths, showers, and strenuous aerobic exercise for three days after treatment. In some cases, compression stockings may be recommended based on the size of the veins treated.
What other conditions can be treated with the Excel V+ Laser?
The laser can also treat several common skin concerns such as rosacea, age spots, sun spots, angiomas, poikiloderma, and red birthmarks.
When will I see results?
Most patients find that the treated area significantly Improves within 2-6 weeks after treatment. If indicated, the treated area should be ready for another laser treatment in about 4-8 weeks. A tan or brownish pigment may persist when larger veins are treated, this pigment should fade as it heals. The keys to successful treatments include avoiding sun exposure to treated areas for two weeks and using broad-spectrum sunscreen. The final results might not be apparent for several months.
What should I schedule?
A free cosmetic consultation with our cosmetic nurse prior to treatment is required. At this consultation, we will evaluate your skin and make recommendations for the best treatment options to address your concerns.
How many treatments do I need?
Most skin concerns require 1-4 treatment sessions to achieve desired results. However, the number of treatments will vary based on your condition, results, and goals. We will tailor the treatment plan to your skin type and the desired outcome to get the best results possible.
What does a laser treatment feel like?
Laser treatments can feel like a quick rubber band snap against the skin as the energy pulses are delivered. Depending on the procedure, a cooled treatment tip will be in contact with the skin to provide additional comfort to the area.
How long does a laser treatment take?
Treatments are comfortable and fast, with most treatments performed in 30 minutes; however, depending on the areas and concerns being treated, it may take up to 60 minutes.
Are you ready to get started?
A free cosmetic consultation with our cosmetic nurse prior to treatment is required. At this consultation, we will evaluate your skin and make recommendations for the best treatment options to address your concerns.
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Plymouth, MN 55441
