Visible Veins
Treatment Options for Spider Veins or Bulging Veins
Purple, blue, red or bulging veins detract from your appearance and distract from your features. Because veins are below the skin, many feel hopeless about moving past spider veins or varicose veins. But treatment options continue to become more advanced, with downtime less involved and outcomes more hopeful.
We partner with Dr. Issa Muasher, a cardiovascular surgeon, to provide a range of vein treatments for all venous concerns.
What are the common causes of spider veins?
- Fair skin
- Superficial veins
- Being underweight
- Fat loss from the skin due to aging
- Smoking
- Hormonal fluctuations
- Obesity
- Pregnancy
- Heart disease
- Ongoing stress
What are the common causes of varicose veins?
- Aging
- Pregnancy
- Being female
- Genetics
- Obesity
- Profession that requires sitting or standing for long periods of time
- Intense exercise
Visible Vein Treatment Options
While Dr. Muasher offers a variety of vein treatments, many patients are most interested in light-based options. This is because laser vein treatments are both effective and involve little to no downtime. Minimally and non-invasive options include:
- Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) – A contemporary alternative to surgical varicose vein removal, EVLT is minimally invasive. Laser energy seals problem veins to cease blood flow through those damaged valves. Most patients are able to return to regular activities immediately after treatment. EVLT is appropriate for more superficial veins that are bulging but not twisted.
- Laser Spider Vein Treatment – This laser targets veins from outside the skin. The laser identifies the superficial vein and delivers light energy to the vessel. In the weeks after treatment, the vein collapses and seals off, then gradually fades. There is no downtime after treatment. Patients usually see ideal results with several treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart.
Dr. Muasher will tell you more about what is the best fit for your needs at your consultation, after examining your veins. Schedule an initial consultation today to meet with the doctor and learn more about your candidacy and treatment options. Discover the relief of living free of the discomfort and self-consciousness that accompanies visible veins.