Thread vein removal

The fine veins are tiny red or blue vessels that run close to the surface of the skin and are commonly found on the face, thighs, on the calves and around the ankles.

They can arrive without warning and their presence can be attributed to lifestyle, alcohol, excessive exposure to sun and hereditary factors. Hormonal changes associated with pregnancy and menopause are also thought to promote their development.

How are thread veins removed?

The procedure involves one of our qualified practioners injecting with a micro-needle, a special solution directly into the vein. This solution displaces the blood within the vein, making it blanch or turn white. The solution then causes the vessel to become irritated and to close, preventing blood from re-entering the vein.

The thread/spider veins will gradually fade over a three month period. Depending on their size, blood vessels may have to be injected more than once. On average 1 to 3 treatments are required to effectively remove the vein, each treatment being 3 to 4 weeks apart. Most patients can expect up to a 90% improvement in the appearance of the treated vessel.

The Westminster Clinic is proud to use the Lumenis One Platform. A Unique machine combining both IPL and Nd:YAG technology.

As the population ages, ever-increasing numbers of people are interested in improving their appearance. IPL technology can be used to help restore the skin's youthful appearance.
IPL technology improves the appearance of photoaged skin, removes age spots (sun-induced freckles), most benign brown pigments, and redness caused by broken capillaries through a process called photorejuvenation for face and body. The process is ideal for patients with active lifestyles because the procedure requires no downtime and has a low risk of side effects.
The gentle, non-ablative treatments use broad spectrum light to treat the face, chest, neck and hands—virtually anywhere that sun damage shows.

• The treatment is quick, gentle and non-invasive. There is no interruption of routine activities.
• By helping to remove the age spots (sun-induced freckles) and broken capillaries, the result is overall more even, luminous, younger looking skin.
• Patients can see dramatic results within a very short time

Nd:YAG laser can be used on its own or in combination with IPL to target leg veins, certain facial veins and more

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