Currently, the Neodymium-Yag laser technique is used for the treatment of non-surgical varicose veins and spider veins. Discover the advantages of this procedure.
The laser is an amplified light that is sent from an energy source and concentrated on a very specific point thanks to its ability to travel without diversifying and then concentrate on a very narrow spectral range. Its applications have evolved over the years to such an extent that, today, there are lasers used for vascular, dermatological, ophthalmological, etc. pathologies.
Non-surgical varicose veins, i.e. small caliber varicose veins and spider veins are the ones that respond best to laser treatment, as long as it is a Neodymium-Yag laser. The ND-Yag laser is the specific laser for superficial varicose veins, since its exclusive uptake by hemoglobin allows treating only the veins, respecting all other surrounding tissue.
Advantages of ND-Yag laser treatment of varicose veins and spider veins
The main advantages of ND-Yag laser treatment of varicose veins are the following:
– It is the only way to treat capillary effusions in the form of branching that are so aesthetically disfiguring, since it acts from the surface directly on them.
– It is the modern aesthetic, fast, comfortable, painless, safe and effective alternative to the sclerosing treatment that was formerly used to treat unsightly veins.
– It allows treating many capillary effusions in very few sessions, since they are treated externally (transcutaneously) and not by direct injections into the veins.
– It is totally aesthetic because it does not hyperpigment or leave scars.
– In most cases, the patient can see the capillary disappear during the treatment.
– It can be used in hot months because it is enough to apply a sunscreen on the treated area, if you go to the beach.
Procedure of treatment of varicose veins and spider veins with ND-Yag laser
The technique consists of following all the capillaries with a pencil-shaped applicator and progressing the light beam over the vein as it disappears. Thus, one after another, the superficial veins are erased regardless of their quantity and location.
In general, about three sessions are usually sufficient for a standard treatment. However, the treatments are absolutely individualized and, depending on the size, quantity and age of the veins to be treated, a few more sessions may be necessary to achieve the most perfect aesthetic result.