How does the treatment work?
Both Intense Pulsed Light and Laser systems
emit light which is readily absorbed by blood
vessels, heating them to a point where they
are destroyed. Following treatment, the
vessels quickly clear as they are reabsorbed
by the body, leaving little or no trace of the
original lesion.
Which types of veins can be treated?
Most red skin lesions including facial thread
veins, rosacea, spider naevi, port wine stains
are treated with Intense Pulsed Light, whereas
leg veins up to 3mm in diameter are often
treated with a Laser.
How is the treatment carried out?
For Intense Pulsed Light treatment a thin
layer of chilled gel is applied to the skin to
aid light absorption by the vessel. The light
applicator is then placed on the skin and a
short pulse of light is released. The applicator
is then moved to the neighbouring area and
the process is repeated until the entire area
is treated. The chilled gel is removed and the
area cooled. A similar process is carried out
for laser treatment except the chilled gel is not
required. During treatment, protective eye
wear will be provided.
Am I suitable for treatment?
Treatment is suitable for most people,
however, best results are obtained for those
with fair skin, and there is less chance of side
effects. The best response is seen with facial
thread veins, spider naevi and rosacea.
