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from long periods of standing for up to two days after either
treatment.) They don’t require anesthesia and can be done
in the comfort of the office at La Vie Medi-Spa.
How to choose
Before choosing a treatment option, you’ll consult with
Dr. Savola to determine which treatment option is right for
you. “Sclerotherapy tends to be better for slightly larger
spider veins, whereas the laser is better for the superficial
veins that are red and right at the surface of the skin,” she
says. Laser treatment is also better for matted veins.
Another option may be a combination of both
procedures. Dr. Savola may suggest using sclerotherapy
for the larger veins and switching to laser treatment for
the smaller or matted veins, or simply for a touch-up.
The cost of each procedure will vary depending on
the extent of the treatment. Treatments can range from
$150 to $350. Dr. Savola will determine costs and discuss
your payment options with you during a consultation.
A team you can trust
Dr. Savola and her team have extensive knowledge of and
experience in spider vein treatments and offer a comforting
atmosphere for patients. “We are a medical office and we
are board-certified dermatologists performing the
procedure,” says Dr. Savola. “A treatment session is about
30 minutes long, and we work hard to make the procedure
as comfortable and painless as possible.”
how spider veins
affect you
Kristen Savola, MD, medical director of La Vie Medi-Spa,
has the answers to your questions about spider veins.
Q : what are spider veins?
a: What we most commonly consider spider
veins are the red or bluish veins that appear underneath
the skin on the legs and feet.
Q : who suffers from them?
a: For the most part, spider veins are hereditary.
Most people think they have them because they stand
on their feet all the time or sit with their legs crossed,
but that’s not the reason. About 50 to 55 percent of
women and 40 to 45 percent of men in the united
States suffer from spider veins.
Q : do spider veins pose a health risk?
a: Spider veins don’t pose any health risks;
however, spider veins should not be confused with
varicose veins that can cause health risks. Spider veins
are mainly cosmetic and can be removed at any time.
make an appointment!
to learn more about spider vein treatments or to
book a consultation with kristen savola, md, at
la vie medi-spa, call (540) 213-2531.
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