Leg vein treatments with Intense Pulsed Light, Nd:YAG laser and sclerotherapy

Leg veins, spider veins and other benign vascular lesions are one of the most frequent and challenging aesthetic complaints.  This problem affects a wide range of age groups, skin types and lifestyles.

KM Surgical offers the Lumenis One IPL™ and the Nd:YAG 1064 laser which integrates two highly effective technologies to provide an effective clinical solution for treating superficial leg veins in combination with sclerotherapy.

The versatility of the Lumenis One™ is its range of 515 to 1200nm wavelengths for the treatment of benign cutaneous vascular lesions, including leg telangiectasias, and superficial veins.

The 1064nm wavelength produced by the Nd:YAG laser is used for coagulation and haemostasis of vascular lesions including venulectasias and reticular veins of the leg which are larger in calibre and more blue in colour.

Is the treatment painful?

A pulse of laser or Intense Pulsed Light energy may feel like a pinch similar to a snapped rubber band.  Chilled gel is applied to the skin and we can also apply a topical anaesthetic if you still find the treatment uncomfortable.

How many treatments are needed?

Many leg veins need multiple treatments, often over a few months before the effect is complete.  Even small vessels often require time to resolve.  It is often best to combine laser treatments with sclerotherapy.

Can I get my varicose veins treated?

Varicose veins are enlarged vessels that have widened as a result of weakness in the vein wall, which stretches and bulges. We do not treat large bulging varicose veins at KM Surgical and will advise a referral to a vascular surgical clinic.