Laser Vein Treatment in Miami
What is ClearScan YAG?
ClearScan YAG allows the physician to precisely treat visible vessels, broken capillaries, spider veins, vascular lesions and discoloration of your skin by using laser energy. Your treatment will be tailored to match your skin condition and desired result. All skin areas can be treated with ClearScan YAG. Popular areas are the face, neck, chest and legs. Discuss your needs with the physician.
The following conditions can be treated with ClearScan YAG:
• Rosacea
• Redness
• Facial Veins
• Telangiectasia
• Spider Veins
• Broken Capillaries
How it works
Broken capillaries and other visible vascular structures will be gently eliminated from the upper layers of your skin surface. Unwanted vessels will be preferentially heated by the laser energy and become less noticeable. ClearScan YAG will also restore your skin tone and color.
During treatment
Your eyes will be protected with safety shields or glasses. Laser energy will be delivered precisely to the area of your skin being treated. You may briefly feel a warm or hot sensation as the laser pulses are absorbed by the unwanted vessels. Your procedure may take a few minutes to half an hour depending on the size of the area to be treated.
There should be little to no discomfort, however it varies from patient to patient and depends on the treatment. There is no need for anesthesia and the physician will discuss your options to properly manage any discomfort from the treatment. There should be no prolonged post treatment discomfort.
After treatment
Your skin will be pink temporarily but it will resolve over time. Any vessels denatured by the laser will be reabsorbed by your body over a period of time in a natural cleansing process. Most small capillaries will become invisible almost immediately, since they will no longer contain blood.
It is important to follow the physician’s post-treatment instructions. You may be given some skin care products and instructions on how to use them. Your skin will be sensitive to ultraviolet light, and you must avoid direct sun exposure. You need to fully cover your skin or use a good sunscreen whenever you go outdoors.
Your healing time will depend upon your actual treatment. In most cases, there is virtually no downtime and you may resume daily activity immediately. You may experience some redness after the procedure. The physician will answer questions about temporary changes on your skin color and how they may be camouflaged.
Who Should Consider Laser Vein Treatment in Miami?
Laser vein treatment in Miami is ideal for patients who have unsightly varicose veins and spider veins on the skin. Small superficial vessels that are 1-2 mm are easily treated through this procedure.
Good spider vein treatment candidates are physically healthy, non-smokers, who are motivated to change their appearance.
The Procedure: How Laser Vein Treatment Works
A typical spider vein treatment only requires about 30 minutes to complete, and most patients don’t require an anesthetic. The doctor applies laser energy through the skin, which penetrates the blood vessel. By targeting the pigment in the blood, laser energy is intended affect only the vein – not the surrounding tissues. Heat within the vessel causes it to dissolve or collapse (large veins collapse while small veins close).
Life After Laser Vein Treatment in Miami
During the 4–6 weeks that follow your treatment, the veins will disappear or become less noticeable. Most patients return to their normal activities right away, but the recovery time varies from person to person.
Possible side effects include minor bruising and swelling around the treated areas. For a few days, the skin around the treated veins may exhibit a reddish appearance. Dr. Maercks may advise you to wear special compression stockings to achieve satisfactory results and help minimize post-treatment swelling.
In many cases, several sessions are needed to remove all unwanted veins. Laser vein treatment will not prevent spider veins or varicose veins from appearing in the future. Risks include epidermal damage, pain, thrombosis, hyperpigmentation, matting or unsatisfactory results.
Do you have questions about laser vein treatment in Miami? Contact the office of Miami Beach plastic surgeon to schedule an appointment.
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