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Laser Vein Removal
Gentle Yag laser --- the gentle way to remove veins and broken capillaries.
Today's new laser sources provide safe and effective, non-surgical treatment options for the removal of spider veins.
Our new, advanced laser treatments allow us to deliver a precise dosage of energy to each vein, with minimal risk to the skin. During your treatment, laser energy is delivered through a special hand piece with filters to the targeted vein, in series of short and/or long pulses. The laser energy is absorbed by the blood vessels. Tills heat absorption causes a thermocoagulation (clogging) of the blood vessel, and a gradual absorption of the treated veins by the body.
Laser vein removal is done with the Gentle Yag system. The Gentle Yag is the fastest and most powerful Nd:Yag laser on the market today. It treats ALL skin types safely including dark or tanned skins, offering unmatched treatment capabilities in the treatment of leg veins and facial veins.
What are the treatment options for removal of leg veins?
In the past, the only viable option for removing spider veins was Sclerotherapy.
Gentle YAG opens up the options for leg vein removal, and allows even more thorough eradication of spider veins. While Sclerotherapy is more suited for larger veins, Gentle YAG is the treatment of choice for smaller and finer veins. Treatment is quicker, easier and more comfortable.
For best results, you may require a combination of therapies. Our doctors at The Sloane Clinic will advise you on your suitable
options after a detailed consultation with you.
What are the treatments like?
First we identify the veins to be treated. The larger veins are usually treated first. Using a delicate hand piece, we apply laser energy to the vein. Laser therapy targets the blood pigments, causing the blood within the vein to coagulate and close down the vein. Most laser therapy patients report little if any discomfort. Some experience a "rubber band snap" sensation when we apply the laser pulse.
How many treatments will I need?
Significant improvement is realized in most cases with one or two treatments. However, new veins may occur and additional treatments are generally required for optimum results. These treatments may be in three to four weeks intervals.
Am I suitable for Laser vein removal?
Prior to treatment we will review your medical history to determine how long you have had a problem with your veins and the severity of the problem. We need to determine your skin type and if there has been any prior surgery or treatment on your veins. We will test to determine if there is any underlying venous abnormality. If there appears to be an underlying abnormality, further resting may be advised prior to your laser therapy.
What post procedural care do I need?
You may be asked to wear special support hose to help keep pressure on the veins. This will help to keep the veins closed. There may be temporary darkening in colour of the treated veins which will usually disappear after the first week. While each vein may require a few sessions, most disappear in two to six weeks. Keys to success with laser leg vein therapy include the short-term use of compression stockings, and the avoidance of hot baths and strenuous exercise.
There is no downtime involved, and you are generally encouraged to resume most normal activities immediately. We do ask that you refrain from vigorous activities for the first 24 hours. Your body gradually absorbs the veins and your final results may not be apparent for several months.
Laser Vein Removal is available at CitySphere & ION branches of The Sloane Clinic. Please call (65) 65332522 (CitySphere) or (65) 65098108 (ION) for appointments.
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Take note:
Before and after photos of patients have been removed from The Sloane Clinic Singapore as MOH Singapore does not allow such photos to be displayed for local clinics. For patients visiting The Sloane Clinic Malaysia or The Sloane Clinic Vietnam, please refer to their respective websites for their clinics' photos.
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