Laser Vein Removal in Cincinnati

Vascular lesions occur when blood vessels develop abnormally. These can appear on the body and face as port-wine stains, cherry angiomas, abnormal veins, and more. They are not dangerous, but may cause discomfort for some people. Others opt to have them removed for aesthetic purposes.

We use the Neodymium YAG laser, or Nd:YAG for short. Laser vein removal works by targeting veins with heat energy. The veins grow irritated from the heat, and this eventually causes them to collapse. Your body breaks down and absorbs the tissues from these veins. When you get laser vein removal in Cincinnati, the problem veins eventually disappear, allowing blood to flow to healthier veins.

One reason our practice utilizes the Nd:YAG laser is that it works for all skin types. It is less likely to cause hyperpigmentation on darker skin. This laser allows us to precisely target your veins and other capillary structures, such as cherry angiomas.

While laser vein removal is highly effective, we also offer other treatment options that may better suit your needs and goals. You can review the ins and outs of these other options below to consider which might be best for you.

Sclerotherapy: Like laser vein removal, sclerotherapy removes veins by causing them to collapse and reabsorb into your body. Unlike laser vein removal, it uses a chemical solution rather than a laser. We inject this solution directly into your vein.

Sclerotherapy targets spider and varicose veins, making it a good treatment option if you would like to address those particular types of veins. However, if you have an aversion to needles, laser vein removal in Cincinnati may be the better choice. Additionally, if you are allergic to the sclerosing agent, or your veins are too small, we can assist you with laser vein removal. For others, a combination of laser vein removal and sclerotherapy may most effectively treat spider veins.

Foam Sclerotherapy: This treatment works similarly to traditional sclerotherapy, except it uses a foam instead of a liquid sclerosing agent. Because of how the foam expands, it can treat larger veins than its liquid counterpart. In comparison to laser vein removal, it offers many of the same considerations as traditional sclerotherapy. If you want to avoid using a laser or want to specifically target spider and varicose veins, then you may prefer this option. On the other hand, if needles make you uncomfortable or your veins are too small, a laser may offer a preferable alternative.

During your one-on-one consultation for laser vein removal in Cincinnati, we can explore your unique needs and select a path that best aligns with your needs. Each person has unique veins, and we customize our recommended solutions based on your input and goals.

To ensure your appointment at Transform MD is effective, our providers recommend adhering to the following guidelines:

Things to Do:

• Review your treatment goals, such as which veins you would like to address. You can also ask any questions you may have during your appointment.
• Be sure to wear SPF 30+ each day. This will protect your skin in the days leading up to treatment.

Things to Avoid:

• Avoid heavy sun exposure and self-tanning in the weeks leading up to your appointment.

Things to Do:

• Continue to use SPF 30+ each day.

Things to Avoid:

• Continue to avoid heavy sun-exposure and self-tanning as your skin heals from getting laser vein removal in Cincinnati.