Broken blood vessel on face?

My 9 year old daughter was at a Scout meeting 8 months ago.  A little girl next to her opened up a magic marker, hitting my daughter on her cheek with the cap of the marker.  There is a red mark on her face which has not gone away.  Is it a broken blood vessel?  If so, what can I do to get rid of it or reduce the redness?  It has been 8 months already and it's such a shame to see this red mark right in the middle of her face.  Thank you very much.

[Alan Rockoff, MD]

Superficial blood vessels on the face are often referred to as "broken," though clear-cut associations with recollected trauma are uncommon.  In any case, there it is.  Lasers are gentle and effective at removing such things, if they bother your daughter.  Ask a dermatologist.

Best.

Dr. Rockoff

[Laurie]

Doctor..
  I am 44 years old and have broken blood vessel on my face..  is there any other way to get rid of them other than laser surgery.thank you

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