Unattractive leg veins are all too common for men and women of every age and are a great cause of embarrassment for many. Your only options used to be just covering them with pant and stockings or suffer through invasive, expensive surgery. With laser leg vein removal you can diminish the appearance of leg veins with no incision or downtime and minimal discomfort.
With laser leg vein removal, laser light constricts blood vessels in the legs without harming surrounding tissues. It's a quick and easy procedure that gets you back on your feet quickly - and helps your legs back to their youthful appearance with ease.
What types of veins can be treated?
Laser leg-vein treatment is ideal for spider veins and reticular veins.
Am I a good candidate for this procedure?
Laser leg-vein treatment may be performed on all skin types. Your provider will discuss with you whether you are a good candidate for this treatment.
How does it work?
Laser light targets and constricts the blood vessels in the leg that cause spider veins without harming surrounding tissues, there's no need for extensive recovery.
How long does it take?
A leg-vein treatment session takes less than 30 minutes.
How many treatments will I need?
You may see improvement in the appearance of your leg veins immediately following the first treatment, but more treatment sessions are often needed to fully clear blood vessels and reduce the appearance of the leg veins completely.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel little discomfort during the procedure, and there is usually no need for topical anesthetic.
How quickly will I recover?
Most people typically resume their regular activities immediately following the treatment session.
Are there side effects?
Typical side effects include a temporary redness and sensation of warmth at the site, which should resolve after a short period of time. Your provider will discuss other potential side effects with you.