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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Laser for Spider Veins?
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Laser for Spider Veins?
by Ebru, May 11, 2000 12:00AM
I have spider veins on my face (red veins-small). I tried that electric needle on one but it didn't work (my derm did). What is the success rate for treating these on the face? Mine are not large but they can definetly be seen up close. Is there ever scarring from this procedure in your opinion?
Thanks
Thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, May 11, 2000 12:00AM
, May 11, 2000 12:00AM
Ebru:
Lasers of a variety of sorts work quite safely and well on the sort of blood vessels you describe. Although scarring is possible, in careful hands it is most unlikely. Find a dermatologist expereinced in the procedure.
Good luck.
Dr. R
Lasers of a variety of sorts work quite safely and well on the sort of blood vessels you describe. Although scarring is possible, in careful hands it is most unlikely. Find a dermatologist expereinced in the procedure.
Good luck.
Dr. R
