Thread Vein Removal London
Are you struggling with unsightly thread veins or spider veins? For safe and effective thread vein removal in London, talk to the experts at Doctors Tatiana + Rishi Advanced Aesthetics.
At our central London clinic, we offer effective laser treatments for facial thread veins and leg thread veins. These expert-led thread vein removal treatments include two of the most advanced laser treatments available – ExcelV+ and the Vbeam Pulsed Dye Laser.
Our team of medical professionals at Doctors Tatiana and Rishi specialise in treating thread veins, red veins and broken veins. We tailor our treatments to your specific skin concerns, your skin type and to help you achieve healthy, clear skin.
To discuss your options for removing facial veins or leg thread veins, please contact our London skin clinic to book an initial consultation today.
What are thread veins?
Before you look into thread vein removal treatment in London, it is a good idea to learn more about what thread veins are and why these unwanted veins form.
Thread veins are essentially damaged veins that are visible just below the surface of the skin. They tend to appear as red, blue or purple veins on the face and legs, but can also form on other areas of the body.
Thread veins form when tiny blood vessels become enlarged and begin to be more visible on the surface of the skin.
We also refer to thread veins as spider veins because of the web-like pattern that they form under the skin. They are mostly harmless and many patients treat thread veins for cosmetic reasons.
While they do not pose a risk to your health, facial thread veins and leg thread veins can grow in number or get bigger over time.
Common causes of thread veins
When the skin and blood vessels are affected by environmental damage or genetic factors, they can lead to new thread veins forming.
The other main reasons you may see thread veins or spider veins develop are:
- Hormonal changes
- Too much sun exposure
- Ageing which causes the skin to become thinne
- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing up
- Fluctuations in weight (maintaining a healthy weight can reduce the risk)
Thread veins vs varicose veins – what is the difference?
Many people often get confused between thread veins and varicose veins. It is important to know the difference so that you can seek the right type of treatment.
Here are the key differences between thread veins and varicose veins:
Thread Veins (spider veins)
- Appear as tiny blood vessels underneath the surface of the skin
- Are red, blue or purple in colour
- Are common in areas where sun exposure occurs (face and legs mostly)
- They are not painful or harmful
- Do not restrict blood flow
- You can remove them with laser treatment
Varicose Veins
- Larger damaged veins that bulge from the skin
- They look twisted or rope like and usually form deeper in the legs
- Result from weakened vein valves that do not return blood to the heart
- Can lead to aching, swelling and heaviness in the legs
- May lead to more serious issues with circulation if left untreated
- Require more intense medical treatment including surgery or sclerotherapy
At Doctors Tatiana and Rishi Advanced Aesthetics, we focus on the removal of thread veins. We use advanced laser light technologies that are not generally suitable for varicose vein treatment.
If you are unsure whether you have varicose veins or thread veins, please book a consultation with our team who provide a thorough assessment.
Laser treatments for thread vein removal London
At our London clinic near Harley Street, we use the following gold-standard laser treatments to treat facial thread veins and for leg thread vein removal.
ExcelV+ Laser
This laser treatment combines 532nm and Nd:YAG laser light wavelengths to target and treat both smaller veins on the cheeks, nose and face, and larger leg thread veins.
532mn wavelength – works best of smaller veins and broken capillaries. It is able to target spider veins on the face with ease and precision.
Nd:YAG (1064nm) wavelength – penetrates deeper into the skin to treat deeper thread veins and those that are more purple or blue in colour.
How it works
High intensity laser light is sent directly into the damaged veins, which heats them and causes them to collapse. These veins are then gradually absorbed by the body. The laser energy only targets the thread veins and does not affect any of the surrounding blood vessels.
Results
- You will need 1-3 treatment sessions to see optimal results
- Your results will appear 2-6 weeks after treatment once your body can process the broken veins
- The results are permanent, but new thread veins can form due to genetics or sun exposure
Vbeam Pulsed Dye Laser
The Vbeam laser treatment uses pulsed laser light to gently heat and get rid of unwanted veins. It is the ideal option for anyone who wants facial thread vein removal. This is because it directly targets the blood within the thread veins causing them to collapse. These broken veins are then absorbed into the body and removed naturally.
How it works
The laser treatment delivers short bursts of energy into thread veins, which causes the blood vessel walls to collapse. This action does not harm any of the healthy veins that surround it.
Vbeam is an effective treatment for smaller veins and broken capillaries on the face.
Results
- You will see a visible improvement after your first session, but you will need around 1-3 treatments to see optimal results.
- Your skin with be more clear and even in tone
- The results are permanent, on the treated thread veins, but new thread veins can form due to genetics, hormonal changes, or sun exposure
Which laser treatment is right for you?
During your initial consultation, one of our doctors or practitioners will assess your skin and determine what type of thread veins you have.
From this, we will develop a tailored treatment plan that will include either ExcelV+ or Vbeam laser treatment. For some patients a combination of the two may be beneficial.
To get the most out of your results and to reduce the risk of new thread veins forming, we do recommend that you:
- Avoid too much sun exposure and always wear sun protection
- Maintain a healthy weight and balanced lifestyle
- Wear a compression stocking when treating leg thread veins
- Follow the aftercare instructions provided by us
Why Choose Doctors Tatiana and Rishi for thread veins treatments in London?
- You will have your consultation and leg or facial thread vein treatments with one of our medical experts.
- We customise your treatment based on your thread veins, location and skin type
- We only use gold-standard laser treatments to provide safe and effective thread vein removal
- We are located in central London which makes us easy to reach
Book your consultation for leg or facial thread vein removal today
Do not let thread veins take away your confidence and how you feel about your skin. Whether you want to treat facial thread veins or leg thread veins, we are here to help.
Your first step to smooth and clear skin starts with an in-depth consultation at our London clinic. You will find out more about our laser treatments, see the results we have helped others achieve and ask any questions you might have.
Book your consultation today with Doctors Tatiana + Rishi Advanced Aesthetics for effective thread vein removal.
How to find us
Our skin clinic is in the heart of London’s Marylebone district. This area is known for being the home to top private medical and aesthetic clinics due to its proximity to Harley Street.
We are only a ten-minute walk from Regents Park and Great Portland Street tube stations and a 15-minute walk from Oxford Street.
Address
2 Devonshire Place,
London,
W1G 6HJ
Tel: +44 7718 219 145
Email: info@DrTatiana.co.uk
