Long, smooth legs are a hallmark of beauty. Although many women aspire to maintain blemish-free legs, it can be difficult to avoid conditions such as spider veins. Spider veins are dilated blood vessels that form just under the skin, presenting as red, blue or purple vein clusters. Often, in addition to the aesthetic concerns, spider veins may also cause skin itching or redness and feel firm, tender or warm. Whether they are hereditary or brought on by pregnancy, weight gain, or long periods of standing or sitting, it is no surprise that most women would like to erase these troublesome veins once and for all. The only question is, how are spider veins removed?
What is sclerotherapy?
There is no arguing with the fact that sclerotherapy is the most effective and common method for treating spider veins. In this procedure, a chemical called sclerosant is injected into the problematic vein. The sclerosant causes the vein to close off, which redirects blood to other nearby veins. As a result, the spider vein will turn into scar tissue, which will be reabsorbed by your body over the following weeks. Depending on your body’s unique needs, the number of sclerotherapy treatments may vary.
Once the injection process has been completed, we rub a special cream into the area of treatment. This increases the effectiveness of sclerosis while also soothing your legs. For best results, we recommend lots of walking and no heavy lifting for 48 hours after your procedure. Over the next few months, you will notice a dramatic improvement as your spider veins begin to disappear. The results will become more apparent with time.
How can I remove my spider veins?
There is no reason to continue to cover yourself up for fear of showing your spider veins. Especially if these veins are causing you sustained pain and inconvenience, there is no better time to consider your options. The team at Buinewicz Plastic Surgery is prepared to answer your questions and help you make the leap to living the confident, beautiful life you deserve.
So when you are ready to leave your spider veins in the past, do not hesitate to contact Buinewicz Plastic Surgery, serving men and women in Bucks County, PA and Hunterdon County, NJ.
