Removal of spider veins on the face with a laser. Contraindications, consequences. Prices, reviews

According to statistics, 30-40% of people have spider veins. This problem is not only aesthetic, but also medical. Their appearance indicates violations of the vascular system. Due to the efficiency and painlessness of the process, laser removal of spider veins on the face is one of the most popular procedures.

What problems does laser removal of spider veins solve?

The indication for removal is any severity of spider veins on the face. Disorders of blood microcirculation are most often affected by people with sensitive skin type, prone to irritation on the face. Superficial cosmetic procedures are not always able to cope with this problem.

The laser removal procedure is recommended for removing small and medium-sized damaged vessels.

With the help of exposure to laser radiation, you can deal with such problems:

• point defects;
• asterisks;
• pronounced capillary networks.

In some cases, such a procedure can be assigned to children. When spider veins appear on the child's face, itching and burning sensation may begin, so it will not be possible to ignore the problem.

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Indications for the procedure

Not so long ago, only cosmetologists dealt with the issue of removing spider veins on the face. The therapeutic measures were aimed at restoring a pleasant aesthetic appearance.

However, the loss of their elasticity by the vessels can be caused by various factors:

• hormonal disruptions;
• diseases of the internal organs;
• violation of blood circulation processes.

That is why it is necessary to approach the solution of this problem in an integrated manner.

Indications for laser therapy are:

1. Persistent vasodilation.
2. The appearance of a vascular pattern.
3. Progressive rosacea, in which there is no vascular contractility.
4. The formation of inflammatory processes. Rosacea is the most common type of inflammatory disease in which rosacea and small vessels in the upper layer of the skin are affected.

With the ineffectiveness of alternative cosmetic procedures and in the late stages of the development of rosacea, the removal of spider veins on the face using a laser is indicated.

Contraindications to laser removal of spider veins

The laser method is not aggressive to the skin.

However, like any procedure, it has a number of contraindications:

• the presence of chronic diseases;
• oncological diseases;
• epilepsy;
• predisposition to the occurrence of keloid scars;
• taking medications that increase the sensitivity of the skin.
• diabetes.

In addition to the above contraindications, there are relative ones that are temporary in nature. Once completed, laser removal can be performed.

These include:

• menstruation;
• breastfeeding, pregnancy;
• fresh tan;
• acute viral diseases.

To avoid excessive exposure to UV rays it is recommended to carry out the procedure in winter, early spring or late autumn.

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Method advantages

The use of non-invasive methods for eliminating spider veins on the face, which include massages and cosmetic procedures, do not always bring a positive effect.

The following advantages of the laser removal method can be highlighted:

• thanks to a thin laser beam, only damaged vessels are exposed;
• the procedure is painless, so there is no need to use anesthesia;
• cicatricial changes and burns will not appear;
• the procedure does not take long. In the initial stages of spider veins, one procedure may be sufficient. The removal process itself takes no more than half an hour;
• there are practically no side effects;
• the appearance of puffiness and erosion is excluded;

  

• the effectiveness of laser exposure. The changes will be clearly visible after the first procedure.

Some clinics have special laser equipment that will be useful for people with dark skin or sunbathers - the procedure can be performed in the summer.

Cons of the procedure

Removing spider veins on the face and obtaining an even, beautiful skin color in most cases allows you to forget about the disadvantages of laser therapy.

The disadvantages of removing damaged vessels with a laser include:

• when treating large vessels, several procedures may be needed;
• severe peeling of the skin may occur in the treated area;
• if it is necessary to conduct a full course of procedures, financial costs will naturally increase;
• after the procedure, redness of the epidermis may persist, which disappears on its own within a few hours.

These disadvantages of laser exposure are the subjective opinion of each person and do not apply to all patients.

Preparation for the procedure

For effective laser removal of spider veins on the face, the skin must be prepared.

For this, it is not recommended 2 weeks before the procedure:

• specially sunbathe in the sun and refrain from visiting the solarium;
• carry out aggressive procedures with the skin in the form of chemical peels;
• take antibiotics of the tetracycline group.

In addition, 3 days before the procedure, you should refuse:

• from visiting the sauna and bath;
• wipe the skin of the face with alcohol-containing products;
• exclude the use of alcohol.

If the recommendations are not followed, the risk of complications increases, and the duration of the rehabilitation period will increase.

Stages of laser removal

Laser therapy involves the effect on hemoglobin cells, the content of which in the dilated vessels is increased. At the same time, the attached skin remains intact and not affected. Heating of blood cells is achieved by laser-emitted waves of a certain length. The walls of the enlarged vessel are glued together and within 3-4 weeks the treated vessel will dissolve.

The procedure for laser removal has a specific sequence:

1. Anesthetic treatment is performed if necessary.
2. The doctor and the patient wear protective goggles, as bright flashes will occur when directly exposed to the laser.
3. To protect against burns, various cooling methods are used: applying special sprays, installing saprophyte glass.
4. Starting from the thinnest part, the damaged vessel is heated with a laser. When a lilac shade or clot appears, the effect is stopped. This means that the vessel is already sealed.

The power range of the laser beam is selected individually from 0.8 to 1.2 W, the exposure time is 0.2 sec. In the presence of a large number of spider veins, the course is carried out in several stages. At the first stages, the largest vessels are removed, in the subsequent - medium and small ones.

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How many procedures are required for a treatment?

Spider veins can be removed from the face in 2 minutes thanks to the high power of the equipment.

The duration of laser exposure and the total number of procedures depends on the condition of the skin and the size of the damaged vessels:

• to remove pinpoint and small spider veins, 1-2 procedures are required.
• extensive meshes are removed in about 5 sessions, which are carried out intermittently.

Small vessels will disappear instantly. The depth and size of spider veins will fully determine the required number of sessions: the deeper they are, the harder it is to influence them. The discomfort will be more noticeable.

Terms and features of rehabilitation

Removal of spider veins on the face with a laser implies the implementation of certain rehabilitation measures after the procedure.

For the successful fixation of facial cleansing, it is recommended:

1. Limit time in the sun.
2. Lubricate treatment areas with special agents: Bepanten or Panthenol. They will have a restorative effect and promote quick healing.
3. Do not visit baths and saunas for 2-3 weeks.
4. Apply antibacterial ointments to laser sites.
5. The number of water treatments during the first 2-3 days should be limited.
6. Temporarily refrain from cosmetic procedures for 2-3 weeks.

In rare cases, crusts or dark swelling may appear after laser therapy. This condition will pass on its own within 2 weeks, you cannot tear off such crusts.

Possible complications and consequences

The likelihood that any complications will arise is minimal. However, in cases of non-compliance with the recommendations during the rehabilitation period, low qualifications of the doctor or individual intolerance to the laser, some complications may arise.

They can be as follows:

1. Puffiness... High-temperature exposure of the skin to the laser may result in slight edema. In this case, you should not be afraid, you can fight this consequence on your own. To do this, it is recommended to drink an antihistamine and apply cold to the problem area. In order not to chill the facial nerves, a cooled compress is applied for 15-20 seconds.
2. Hematomas. When processing large vessels, small bruises may remain on the face. To eliminate them, it is also worth applying cold to the site of the bruise, using heparin ointment.
3. Sucid crust. Within 3-4 days, such a crust will disappear on its own. In no case is it recommended to remove it or rub it, this can lead to the formation of scars. To speed up the process, you must use an antiseptic, Bepanten or Panthenol.
4. Increase in body temperature to 37.2-37.5 ° C. This may be an individual reaction of the body to the procedure.
5. Loss of skin sensitivity is a very rare complication.... This phenomenon goes away on its own within 1-2 months.

The patient can cope with most complications on his own, but in the case of a protracted recovery process, a doctor's consultation is recommended.

Types of laser devices for the removal of spider veins on the face

Removal of spider veins on the face with a laser is performed with various types of laser equipment.

To eliminate various pathologies, the following types are used:

1. Neodymium laser. This unit is very effective and can remove any type of formation. It has a powerful cooling system, thanks to which the skin is completely protected from overheating. Of all the known lasers, it is neodymium that removes blood vessels in the least amount of procedures.
2. Diode laser. Most often it is used to remove blue blood vessels; the laser copes with red spider veins with great difficulty.
3. American Photo System. This machine shows good results and is able to eliminate even difficult problems such as rosacea and port wine stains.
4. Quantum. It is used in many professional clinics, because with it the procedures are painless, and the rehabilitation period is quite short.

Each of the devices has interchangeable nozzles, thanks to which specialists can choose the depth of penetration of the laser beam necessary for different patients. By the same principle, the intensity of exposure is selected, which can be regulated.

Which laser is better?

Which device should be preferred is the choice of each person, which must be taken together with a specialist after consultation. The choice of laser will depend on the depth of the damaged vessels, the size of the meshes and stars, and their color.

The most popular is the neodymium laser, because it fights any damage to the vessels, regardless of their size. The choice of laser can also be influenced by the need for additional correction of cosmetic defects in the affected area.

Before and after photos

Laser removal of spider veins on the face is a rather effective non-surgical technique that has gained popularity due to its painlessness and quick ability to solve the problem.

Price table: the cost of the procedure in Moscow, St. Petersburg and the regions

The price will completely depend on the degree of the patient's problem. The size of the spider veins on the face will determine the time required for laser exposure and the number of flashes required. When choosing a prestigious clinic or a highly reputable specialist, costs can increase significantly.

Average prices in Moscow, St. Petersburg and regions for laser removal procedure:

The procedure is relatively affordable and does not require huge financial costs.

Reviews of doctors about the effectiveness of laser treatment

Among doctors, there are quite a few different, often radically opposite opinions regarding the removal of spider veins with a laser. Some have a negative opinion about the procedure. The presence of pigmentation, the appearance of edema and redness are problems that a fairly large number of patients face.

During the rehabilitation period, many of them complain about the inability to visit crowded places, go to work. It might be worth considering other ways of solving the problem. Other doctors have a completely different opinion. It is necessary to solve the problem of spider veins with effective progressive methods.

The use of a laser makes the procedure quick and painless, and the consequences in the form of redness and swelling can be hidden from prying eyes if you plan laser therapy during your vacation. Spider veins on the face can lead to insecurity and complexes.

This problem is not only aesthetically pleasing, but can also contribute to health problems. Laser removal of damaged blood vessels is an effective method of dealing with this problem.

Author: Mozhgina S.Yu.

Article design: Oksana Grivina

Video about the laser method for removing spider veins on the face

How is this procedure carried out:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcKFvMgI6-M&t=119s

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