How it works.
Brief light pulses are delivered to the
vein through the skin's surface. They are absorbed by hemoglobin (the
substance that gives blood the reddish, purple color) and converted into
heat. This heat causes the walls of the vein to collapse which, in turn,
stops the blood flow. Once this happens, the vein is slowly absorbed into
the body, disappearing from sight.
Laser technology enables
a certified technician to
collapse the veins without doing any damage to the outer layers of skin.
The wavelength discharged through the pulse enables the light to reach the
target veins under the skin while evading the outer skin entirely. The
light pulses are delivered so quickly, there is not enough time for the
skin to be damaged.
Will it hurt?
When the laser is used, it produces a
minor tingling feeling and causes the skin to become slightly red. This
usually subsides after a few days. Cooling agents are in place in order to
maximize comfort and protect the outer layers of the skin. A local
anesthetic can be used if a patient finds the application of the laser too
uncomfortable.
Posttreatment instructions.
What To Do After The Treatment:
This procedure results in rapid healing
with minimal side effects. Some patients occasionally blister, experience
temporary skin discoloration, bruising and/or reddening of the skin. These
conditions usually subside anywhere between a few weeks and a few months.
After the procedure, for the first 48
hours, patients should avoid any strenuous activity, keep the treatment
area moist with antibiotic cream and avoid any anti-inflammatory or
aspirin related medications. Patients should also wear support hose for at
least three days. This will reduce any inflammation and build-up that
might cause the legs to swell or cause the veins to return.
The most important thing to do after
treatment is limit your exposure to the sun. All patients' skin will
be very susceptible to sunlight. If patients do need to go outside for any
reason, sunscreen should be worn at all times.
The results.
Laser vein treatment works by breaking up
veins so that they can be dissolved and absorbed by the body. This does
not happen immediately. Veins usually dissolve over the course of several
weeks. If patients take all the necessary precautions following their
treatments, a vein disorder free life is a real possibility.
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