Spider Veins Gone!

Spider Vein / Vascular Lesion Removal

Vascular lesions also referred to as spider veins, are groups of small veins and capillaries that form directly underneath the skin. Spider veins are harmless blemishes that are a result of aging, genetics, activity level, and hormones. Often blue, purple, and red in appearance, spider veins are common cosmetic skin blemishes that many people wish to remove due to their unsightly appearance. LifeStyle Laser uses the Astanza ReSmooth to remove unwanted spider veins and deliver clear skin. 

How Vascular Lesion Removal Works

At Lifestyle Laser our Astanza ReSmooth laser emits flashes of light energy onto the unwanted spider vein. The light energy specifically targets the hemoglobin found in blood while leaving the surrounding skin tissue unharmed. The blood evaporates upon contact, causing the vessel or vein to collapse and eventually disappear.

Laser treatment can be performed on all parts of the body and is most successful on spider veins that are 1 mm to 3 mm. Smaller veins will see a drastic improvement with one single treatment, whereas larger veins may require multiple laser sessions for successful results.

Patients may experience slight bruising over the weeks following treatment. As the bruise heals, your skin will reveal vein-free skin and a clearer complexion.

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Spider Vein Removal Q & A

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What are spider veins?

To understand spider veins, it helps to think about how the blood vessels work to transport blood to and from your heart and lungs. Veins carry deoxygenated blood back to your heart. They are one-way vessels lined with tiny valves to prevent blood from flowing backward. If those valves become damaged or weakened, blood can pool up in the vein. The vein walls swell and the veins become visible through the surface of your skin. Spider veins are small clusters of very tiny damaged veins. They often appear in a pattern similar to a spider’s web.

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Spider veins aren’t a serious health issue. Your body simply routes blood through nearby healthy veins. Left untreated, however, spider veins don’t always resolve on their own.

What causes spider veins?

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There are a number of factors that lead to spider veins. Some of the more common causes include:

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• Heredity

• Birth control pills

• History of blood clots

• Obesity

• Hormone replacement therapy

• Occupations or hobbies that require long periods of standing

• Constipation, tumors, or other things that increase pressure in the abdomen

It’s not always possible to identify the exact cause of spider veins. Women tend to develop them more often than men, and your risk level rises as you age.

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What can be done to treat spider veins?

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Lifestyle Laser relies on the Astanza Duality laser to treat spider veins. This platform delivers pulses of concentrated light to the treatment area. The laser is drawn to the red, blue, or purple coloring of your spider veins.

The veins absorb the laser light, leaving the surrounding tissues unaffected. The light converts into heat, damaging the vein walls. Your body responds by absorbing the coagulated blood and vein materials, lessening the appearance of spider veins.

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When will I see results?

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It takes time to see the results of your laser treatments. Some spider veins are eliminated with just one treatment, while others require a series of several sessions to reach optimal results. You’ll notice a difference after your initial session and you can decide if you’d like to return for additional treatments.

The process begins with a free consultation. Schedule your visit today, online or by phone.