thread vein removal
what is thread vein removal?
Thread veins, also referred to as spider veins, are an extremely common problem that affects 88% of women and 79% of men. Thread veins are regular veins, but they are visible as they grow to a much larger size than regular veins.
Please note that we only treat thread veins on the face.
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Medically known as Telangiectasia, thread veins become visible as the small blood vessels become dilated. Thread veins normally appear slightly red in colour, but depending on size they can look purple or sometimes even green.
Thread veins cause no pain and are not medically required to be removed. However, some people opt for laser removal treatment as they consider them undesirable.
Laser treatment heats up the veins very quickly, causing them to collapse in on themselves and disappear from sight. Depending on the size of the vein you may need more than one session. All details will be discussed within a free consultation.
causes of thread veins
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Many people who have thread veins also have family members who suffer. Thread veins caused through genetics are more commonly found in women.
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As we age our valves become weaker, so you are more likely to develop leg thread veins as you get older.
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Thread veins are found in both women and men. However, thread veins are more commonly found in women.
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Pregnancy can cause thread veins, due to increased blood moving through the body as well as the extra weight placed on the legs.
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Thread veins are caused most commonly by the above but can also be caused due to:
Weight
Hormones
Standing for long periods of time
Crossing your legs too often
results of thread vein removal
We also offer thread vein removal for the face
Preparation
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Do not expose the skin to UV or self tan for at least 4 weeks before and/or between IPL treatments
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No waxing, plucking or threading for at least 1 week and/or between treatments
Avoid intense exfoliation, microdermabraison or peels
Do not use any form of retinol or AHAs
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Do not use bleaching creams or perfumed products
Make sure area being treated is cleanly shaved 24 hours prior to treatment
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Avoid swimming in strong chlorinated water immediately before or after treatment
Avoid wearing tight clothes when attending treatment sessions
Hydrate the body by drinking plenty of water.
Protect the skin from sun exposure with suitable clothing and use sunblock SPF 3o+ before first treatment and between subsequent treatment session but do not use use sun blocking creams within 24 hours of scheduled treatments.
aftercare
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After 48 hours, the skin over the treated veins will look slightly red, purple, or bruised. Sometimes the veins will be more visible they were prior to treatment. This is normal. Within the first two to three weeks, the redness and purple colour will begin to fade.
Each week, the colour will become lighter and the veins will become less noticeable. After six weeks, if any veins are still visible, another laser vein removal treatment will be necessary. The treated area must be treated with care. In the unusual case of crusting or blistering of the skin in teh treated area, apply an antibiotic ointment twice a day to the affected areas. Do not pick at these areas, as this may result in infection or scarring.
Avoid all heat treatments including hot baths, saunas, steam baths and hot showers.
Avoid swimming in strongly chlorinated water.
Do not use bleaching creams.
Avoid perfumed products e.g. soaps, creams or perfumes.
Leave any temporary skin responses such as redness to subside naturally.
Do not touch, pick scratch or otherwise irritate the treated area
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Do not shave the area.
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Do not exfoliate the treated area or use any type of exfoliating Retinol or AHA's.
Avoid swimming in chlorinated water
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Avoid UV exposure
Do not use self tan
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Use sun protection SPF30+
Limit sun exposure and do not use tanning beds
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If you received laser vein removal treatment to your legs, your clinician will instruct you in resuming your normal activity level. Often, strenuous activities such as exercise, walking or running may interfere with vessel closure.
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