One of the most common reasons patients come to our office is because of their concern about Spider Veins. Although they do not pose a health risk, they ARE a cosmetic concern. Dr. Bailey has extensive knowledge in the most advanced techniques that will treat the condition and effectively diminish the veins.What is a "Spider Vein?"
- The medical term for spider veins is telangiectasias. These fine red and purple veins are approximately 1 millimeter or less in size and can occur anywhere on the body. Patients most commonly seek treatment for spider veins on the legs and chest. Spider veins are often found in combination with varicose veins. There are no health risks with spider veins but they are a common cosmetic concern. The tendency to develop spider veins is inherited but can also occur after localized trauma and can worsen with pregnancy.
- The "gold standard" treatment for the spider veins is sclerotherapy. This is considered a cosmetic procedure and is typically not covered by insurance or Medicare. Dr. Bailey uses one of two FDA approved solutions to perform cosmetic sclerotherapy. (Sotradecol®, Polydocanol®) These solutions are much safer and have a better side effect profile that the old hypertonic saline solution. The solution is injected into the spider vein with a small micro needle, causing the vein to seal shut. The vein eventually disappears with time.
- Although sclerotherapy continues to provide the best cosmetic results in the treatment of spider veins of the legs, occasionally a surface laser can be a helpful adjunct. For facial spider veins, laser and intense pulsed light are the true gold standard modalities for treatment. The Bailey Vein Institute has an extensive array of lasers and light sources specifically for the treatment of these spider veins.
Dr. Bailey’s goal is to provide patients with safe, leading edge, minimally invasive vein and cosmetic surgery in a comfortable non hospital setting. Dr. Bailey offers a professional and personal consultation to discuss how he can help you look and feel your best.
Call today to schedule your consultation with at the ONLY Big Island vein center and experience state-of-the-art technology by Dr. Colin Bailey.
Bailey Vein Institute
65-1158 Mamalahoa Highway, Suite 16
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
Tel: 808.885.4401
Call today to schedule your consultation with at the ONLY Big Island vein center and experience state-of-the-art technology by Dr. Colin Bailey.
65-1158 Mamalahoa Highway, Suite 16
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
Tel: 808.885.4401
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