Options For Diagnosing And Treating Telangiectasia

Laser Therapy

Laser therapy's method of treatment relies on sealing off the widened blood vessels visible beneath the skin. The type of laser used for this treatment is fairly similar to the lasers used to remove tattoos and perform other dermatological treatments. During the treatment, patients lay back and wear safety goggles while a trained surgeon or dermatologist aims a laser light over their skin. The sensation of the laser hitting the skin feels like a small slap or pinch. Afterward, the area zapped by the laser will look slightly swollen and reddish. Over the next few days, the area can look a little bruised, but any discoloration should be gone after about a week. The result is the spider veins are sealed shut, so they cannot hold blood and change the color of the patient's skin. Laser therapy is a great option for individuals who want to avoid any injections or incisions during treatment.

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