Generally, it takes about 3-6 weeks for the injected veins to disappear. However, it may take longer for larger veins to disappear. In some cases, multiple treatments may be needed to achieve the desired results. But overall, sclerotherapy is an effective treatment for varicose veins and spider veins.
Another type (and color) of veins are the "blue" veins, or mostly, varicose veins. These can be too deep and often times too large for either of the above therapies to be effective. Varicose veins can sometimes mean an underlying medical condition. They also will work as the head cause of reticular and spider veins, so usually, it's best to target these prior to attempting to treat the smaller veins. If we do not start with the root of the issue first, then you will be chasing the smaller veins continuously. In this case, we may recommend consulting with a vein specialist first.
The removal of unwanted veins that do not cause medical harm to the patient is considered cosmetic, so an assessment can be performed easily at a skin exam or in a Cosmetic Consultation. We'll help determine the severity and type of veins present and walk you through your treatment options, pricing, and expectations.