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Facial Veins and Rosacea
Modern laser technology now allows for the safe
and effective removal of small spider-like veins on the nose and
face called telangiectasia. Sometimes these tiny broken veins are
hereditary or may be part of the skin condition known as rosacea.
With rosacea the skin of the cheeks and nose tends
to flush easily making the veins appear more dramatic. In time,
they may turn permanently red. Laser treatment can be highly effective
in reducing the redness and removing the broken veins.
We currently use two different lasers for the
treatment of facial veins, the redness of rosacea, and telangiectases
(spider veins). Both the Syneron Aurora and the Candela Vbeam are
very effective methods of treating these conditions with minimal
discomfort, minimal risks of side effects, and little-to-no down
time.
Generally, treatment of these conditions is considered
cosmetic and is not covered by insurance.
Treatment usually does not require any anesthesia
and is done on an outpatient basis. Expect the treated area to look
bright red (as if it was sun-burned) for several days after the
treatment. Depending on the individual, an average of 2-4 treatments
can generally be expected to obtain desired results.
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