Facial Rejuvenation
Pulse Dye laser treatments (V-Beam)

How are facial spider veins treated?

Treatment for facial spider veins includes a pulse dye laser procedure that can be performed during an office visit.

Who is a good candidate for a laser spider vein treatment?

Good candidates for laser spider vein treatments include physically healthy men and women who have realistic expectations and are looking to improve the appearance of the facial skin by removing spider veins.

What would I expect during my cosmetic consultation for spider veins?

During a consultation for laser treatment of facial spider veins, we will perform a routine examination and discuss your medical history and your goals. Photographs may also be taken of the areas to be treated. We will also discuss the details of the procedure, the potential risks, the recovery and the costs.

Where will the laser spider vein removal treatment be preformed?

Laser treatments for facial spider veins are performed within The Williams Rejuva Centers by highly trained Cosmetic Nurse Specialist.

Is the laser spider vein treatment painful?

Most patients do not require any medication. The laser treatment has been described as feeling like the snapping of a rubber band.

How long is the laser spider vein removal treatment take?

Depending upon the size of the treated area, a laser spider vein removal procedures can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour.

What is the recovery from the laser treatment?

Most patients have little or no recovery. If the spider veins are larger and require a higher treatment setting, bruising may occur and could take 7 to 10 day to dissipate.

Is laser spider vein removal covered by insurance?

Laser spider vein removal is typically not covered by insurance unless your insurance company covers cosmetic procedures.

What causes Facial spider veins?

Small or large facial spider veins occur as the result of the aging process, sun exposure, stress and child birth.. Some ethnic backgrounds are more predisposed to the development of facial spider veins; namely those of northern European decent.

Is it possible to get financing for laser spider vein removal?

Financing is available for many plastic surgery procedures.

Are the results permanent?

The results of laser spider vein removal are permanent though new spider veins may form next to previously treated areas as the skin continues to age.

How can you prevent facial spider veins?

Minimizing sun exposure and protecting oneself from the sun is the easiest way to prevent the further development of additional spider veins.