In your veins, there are valves that control the blood flow to and from your heart. If these valves become damaged, which can occur for a variety of reasons, the blood can pool inside of the veins. When this happens, the veins swell and become noticeable from the outside.

Spider veins are small purple, red, or green surface veins that can be seen with the naked eye. We treat uncomplicated spider veins (very small varicose veins less than or equal to 1 mm in diameter) and uncomplicated reticular veins (small varicose veins 1 to 3 mm in diameter) in the legs.

Varicose veins are the more advanced, sometimes painful variation of spider veins, which cannot always be treated by sclerotherapy. When you come into the clinic to talk, we will determine whether you’re a candidate for this particular treatment.

Once we determine whether you’re eligible for sclerotherapy, we’ll get to work treating your condition. During sclerotherapy, we inject a solution called sclerosant into your vein. This seals off blood flow to the veins so they eventually collapse and disappear. The blood is redirected to other healthy veins in the area, which creates healthy blood flow in these areas. This process is not immediate and can take weeks to show results.

After the procedure is done, you will have to wear compression socks for about one week to reduce swelling and bruising. Swelling and bruising will not last for long, but it will be evident for a few days, because we have to puncture your veins to inject the sclerosant. This procedure is minimally invasive and proven to work. To learn more about sclerotherapy and other skin care services, contact us via phone or email.

While spider veins are extremely common, we understand some patients do not want others to know they are undergoing sclerotherapy or other aesthetic treatments. We are not here to judge, we are here to comfort and protect. We only schedule one appointment at a time and adjust clinic hours to ensure total privacy for every patient. We understand what you’re going through may make you feel vulnerable about your appearance. When you come to us, you’ll find the highest level of care and compassion. Click here to schedule your free consultation today. To see what this process looks like, visit our gallery page.