
Understanding Vascular Laser Treatments
MOBO Med Spa uses Spectrum's YAG Laser which allows the practitioner to precisely treat visible vessels, broken capillaries, spider veins, and vascular lesions by using laser energy. The treatment is tailored to match one’s skin condition and desired result. All skin areas can be treated with the LPY laser.
The Spectrum’s long pulsed Yag laser will diminish the appearance of existing veins on the face and legs. Once the laser light is applied to the skin, it enters the vein, where the energy from the laser is absorbed and the vein walls collapse and seal shut, eliminating the vein’s appearance on the skin. Eliminating veins with the long pulsed Yag laser is relatively quick, comfortable procedure can eliminate blood vessels by precise tissue heating, i.e. energy is directed against the vessels alone and does not alter the surrounding skin. Usually, the vessels collapse during the treatment session, but there can be some post-treatment redness and swelling. Consultation is required prior to treatment.
Vascular Laser Post-Care
- Some swelling and irritation may occur. However, most treatments have little to no down time and few side effects.
- Protect Your Skin: Avoid sunlight and use sunscreen.
- Antibiotic ointments may be encouraged to promote healing and prevent damage.
- Anti-aging skin care products may be prescribed by your provider.
- Scabs: If a scab forms, it should not be picked or scarring may occur.
- Use Cold packs to reduce redness/swelling
- wear compression garment/support for 3-5 days as needed (best results with longer wear)
- Exercise: Do not exercise for 3 days
- Showers/Baths: Do not take hot baths/showers or use hot tubs/saunas for 5 days.
- Alcohol/blood thinners: Do not use Alcohol or other blood thinning agents for 5 days.
Vascular Laser Results & Following Treatments
- Results: Best results to be seen after 1-2 treatments. Leg vein resolution usually takes 8-12 weeks. At the end of this process, some vessels may be gone while others may be lighter or not affected.
- Following treatments: Depending on the vascular lesion, multiple treatments may be needed. Additionally, the further down on the body, the more stubborn veins can be to disappear. A series of 3 treatments is typically recommended.
More Questions on Vascular Laser Treatment?
Please call our office or schedule a Vascular Laser Free Consultation with us.