The Candela ND:Yag is the latest laser technology used to treat spider veins.
The hand-held device produces a 1064 nm wavelength that is almost completely transparent to the skin and is highly absorbed in the blood.
This allows the laser beam to pass through the skin and penetrate the targeted vessels, causing the blood inside the vessel to coagulate and the vessel walls to collapse and seal. These vessels are then dissolved within the body.
Veins treatments are spaced between 4-8 weeks apart. Each treatment usually lasts 20 to 30 minutes. Depending on the severity of the veins, you may require between one and three treatments in six-week intervals. The treatment is performed on the existing vessels, diminishing or completely eliminating their appearance. The development of new veins cannot be prevented and if your body tends to develop vascular problems you will most likely need to come back for additional treatments.
Yes! Spider vein removal works on a wide range of skin colors.
Existing spider veins that are treated will disappear. However, new spider veins are not prevented by the treatment.
The number of laser treatments depends on the severity of the veins.
Expect at 1-3 treatments.
Your skin may be bruised or discolored. The is not permanent and will subside. Post spider vein removal bruising will be minimized by Fucidin cream.
Treatments usually last 20 to 30 minute session.
Yes! Discontinue tanning or tanning products at least three weeks prior to vein removal. Also, avoid alcohol for at least two weeks before spider vein removal.
Yes! Do not use Aspirin or other anti-inflammatory medications such as Anacin, Bufferin, Advil, or Nuprin or Omega 3, 6 or 9 (Fish oil supplements).
