Vein Therapy
Consultations offered at our seven convenient locations in Brea, Costa Mesa, Glendora, Lancaster, Rancho Cucamonga, Whittier and West Hollywood
Cutera CoolGlide vein therapy is a laser treatment that removes unsightly veins from all parts of the body. Small facial veins (or telangiectasias), spider veins and prominent blue veins in the legs can be targeted and treated quickly, with zero downtime in a straightforward in-office procedure. As well as veins, the CoolGlide system can treat other common vascular lesions such as blood blisters (hemangiomas).
Noticeable veins on the legs, on the face, or on any other part of the body can be difficult to disguise, even with makeup. They may even stop you from wearing certain types of clothing, or prevent you from feeling as confident as you could feel if they weren’t visible.
Skin Perfect Medical Aesthetics offers CoolGlide vein treatments in Brea, Costa Mesa, Glendora, Lancaster, Rancho Cucamonga, Whittier, and West Hollywood. Contact our specialists today for your vein removal consultation and get scheduled to remove troublesome veins once and for all.
Remove unsightly veins in one simple procedure, boost your confidence, and wear what you want, when you want! Call your nearest Skin Perfect location at the relevant number below, or fill out an online form to schedule your appointment.
Rancho Cucamonga: (909) 281-9020
West Hollywood: (323) 373-3149
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About CoolGlide Vein Therapy
Venous malformations, including port wine stains and other birthmarks, affect around 4% of individuals. (1) And other marks, such as spider veins and bright red cherry angiomas, may appear later in life. They can appear as red tangles of veins on the face or body, or bluish streaks on the trunk or the limbs. In-office vein therapy can eradicate these veins safely and effectively for more evenly-toned skin and increased confidence.
CoolGlide is a state-of-the-art laser system that can treat veins on any area of the body using a crystal-tipped 1064 Nd:YAG laser. Nd:YAG lasers are effective in the treatment of most common vascular lesions near the surface of the skin. (1)
Treated Conditions
- Blue Veins
- Broken Capillaries
- Cherry Angiomas
- Hemangiomas
- Spider Veins
- Telangiectasias
- Port Wine Stains
How Does Laser Vein Therapy Work?
The Cutera CoolGlide system provides a safe and effective way to remove a wide range of veins by causing the vein to gently heat up, shrink, and disappear over time. Blood will then be redirected to veins deeper below your skin’s surface, so there is no disruption in flow.
Veins from all parts of the body can be treated, from small red facial veins to spider veins and large blue veins on the legs. The laser treatments are also effective at eliminating other unsightly vascular malformations such as hemangiomas, port wine stains and other vascular birthmarks. Usually, just 1 to 2 treatments are sufficient for long-lasting results!
Benefits of Vein Therapy
- Treats Multiple Issues
Vascular therapy treats a broad range of vessels from red vascular spots like hemangiomas, tiny spider veins, to deep blue reticular veins. What’s more, patients with multiple issues can address more than one in a single session!
- Targeted Treatment
Lasers can accurately target problem veins for treatment, while leaving surrounding tissues virtually unaffected.
- Easy, Safe Procedure
Professionally-performed in-office laser treatments are in high demand, and for good reason. CoolGlide sessions are performed quickly, safely, and effectively, usually in a matter of minutes!
- Minimal Downtime
Although you should avoid certain strenuous activities for the first 24 hours after your treatment session, there are very few additional aftercare requirements!
The ease of this procedure and its simplicity compared to other, more invasive measures to remove veins makes CoolGlide a great choice for people with unsightly superficial veins. Contact the staff at one of our seven Southern California locations to book your personal vein therapy consultation.
Candidates
Candidates for laser vein therapy are in good overall health with no conditions that could affect how well the treatment works. Although CoolGlide cannot treat varicose (twisted and raised) veins, it can treat the blue veins and spider veins around them. Most people are good candidates, but there are certain skin types and tones, particularly very dark skin types, that it may not be appropriate for use because of the risk of scarring. You may also seek a different vein
For an expert evaluation to determine if CoolGlide is suitable for you, get in touch with the professionals at Skin Perfect!
Personal Consultation
Your personal consultation at Skin Perfect gives you the chance to meet with one of our specialists to discuss the problems you are facing before your treatment. We will take some brief details about your health and examine the veins you want us to focus on. After you have told us about your goals for treatment, and after we have performed a thorough physical evaluation of your veins, we will determine if laser vein therapy is the right treatment option for you.
Procedure
Every treatment session at Skin Perfect looks slightly different from the next, and is dependent on a patient’s unique plan. Usually, the entire process is short, and completed in less than 30 minutes, depending on the size of the area and the number of veins targeted. Over the course of your treatment session, the CoolGlide system delivers pulses of light energy directly to the treatment area. As the light energy targets the vein, it causes the blood within to coagulate. This eventually destroys the vessel, which is later resorbed by your body over time.
Recovery
Recovery after laser vein therapy is simple, and requires minimal downtime. Some redness or bruising may occur following treatment. When larger veins are treated, a tan or brownish pigment may persist for a few weeks or months following treatment.
Patients generally resume most normal activities immediately. However, it is recommended that you avoid vigorous activities such as strenuous exercise for the first 24 hours after treatment. The use of sunscreen is recommended on any treated areas exposed to the sun.
Results
Most patients show significant improvement within 2-6 weeks of treatment. However, your final results may not be apparent for several months. Over time, it is possible for new veins to appear, but these too can be removed with the Cutera CoolGlide.
Other Laser Procedures at Skin Perfect
Laser Hair Removal
Using Diolaze or Lumenis, we can make sure your legs look great and feel great with laser hair removal. And it’s not only your legs that can benefit from treatment. Get help for unwanted hair on the arms, under-arm, back, or elsewhere on the body.
MiXto CO2 Laser
Experience smoother, younger-looking skin with the powerful MiXto CO2 Laser. As well as achieving brighter, more vibrant skin, patients can improve the health of the entire area they treat. The laser energy targets the lower levels of the skin, triggering new collagen production and remodeling tissues from within.
Spectra Laser Toning
Spectra is an alternative to CoolGlide for the treatment of certain pigmented lesions, including stubborn, treatment-resistant acne. Benefits of Spectra include improved skin texture, brighter skin tone, pigment reduction, and pore reduction.
Cost of Vein Therapy in West Hollywood
The cost of vein therapy with CoolGlide will depend on your goals for treatment and the number of veins targeted during your session at Skin Perfect Medical Aesthetics. Contact us to book your personal consultation and discuss your treatment further. Get in touch at the relevant number below, or submit a short form and one of our booking staff will be in touch.
Rancho Cucamonga: (909) 281-9020
West Hollywood: (323) 373-3149
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FAQ
How do I get rid of spider veins?
There are a number of effective in-office treatments for spider veins. One of the simplest and most effective is laser vein therapy.
How does laser vein therapy work?
Vascular therapy laser systems deliver pulses of light energy which cause the blood within the vein to coagulate, eventually destroying the blood vessel which is then reabsorbed by your body. Blood flow will then be redirected to veins deeper below your skin’s surface.
How many laser vein treatments will I need?
Often, patients find that one or two treatments are sufficient. However, the number of treatments necessary to obtain the best results depends on the number, color, and size of the vessels being treated.
Is laser vein therapy painful?
Most patients experience a stinging sensation as the pulses of energy are delivered through the handpiece. Following the treatment, the pain is minimal to nonexistent.
Can laser vein therapy remove varicose veins?
No, laser vein therapy is not used to remove varicose veins, but there are other treatment options.
References
- Cox JA, Bartlett E, Lee EI. Vascular Malformations: A Review. Seminars in Plastic Surgery. 2014;28(2):58-63. doi:https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0034-1376263
- Ozyurt K, Colgecen E, Baykan H, Ozturk P, Ozkose M. Treatment of Superficial Cutaneous Vascular Lesions: Experience with the Long-Pulsed 1064 nm Nd:YAG Laser. The Scientific World Journal. 2012;2012:1-7. doi:https://doi.org/10.1100/2012/197139