What is a Thread Vein Removal treatment?
Thread Veins ( Telengectasia ) can be treated using Lasers or Injections . Also known as spider veins, thread veins are very small blood vessels underneath the skin which can appear almost anywhere on the body and can look unsightly.
How does a Thread Vein Removal treatment work?
Unsightly red, purple or bluish veins on face or body are either injected with a special solution and this is known as Sclerotherapy. These injections cause the veins to shrink away. Thread Veins can also be sealed using a special Laser, it is possible that you may require a combination of both injection and lasers treatment. There are many reasons why we develop Thread Veins and we will discuss prevention measures and tailor a treatment that is suited to your type of thread veins this will be discussed with you when you attend for a Consultation at the Sheffield Clinic.
Is a Thread Vein Removal treatment permanent?
We usually say that the results of a Thread Vein Removal treatment can last from 2 to 10 years. More than one treatment may be advised and maintenance treatments will give the best results.
