Sclerotherapy

Even when results are compared with those delivered by the best lasers, sclerotherapy is still the “gold standard” for removing spider veins on the legs. Laser treatments can be painful and much less effective and predictable in delivering the results our clients are looking for.

In the hands of our experienced clinicians, the discomfort of sclerotherapy should be minimal. Some areas of skin might be more sensitive than others, but most patients are pleasantly surprised at how little discomfort the procedure causes.

• Avoid tanning beds and sunbathing in the weeks prior to treatment.
• Don’t take NSAID medications such as ibuprofen or aspirin – these thin the blood and increase the likelihood of bruising.
• Don’t shave within a day of the treatment.
• Wear clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area on the day.

Some veins might disappear completely as the initial bruising fades, while other veins might still have isolated clotting beads along the track of the vein. Some larger veins can survive but they will be thinner and easier to close in a follow-up session. Most clients can expect to see a 50-60% improvement several weeks after a single treatment.

Though some veins will disappear after a single session, and other veins reduced in size, we generally recommend several treatments for optimal results, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. A personal plan will be discussed in your consultation.