KTP Laser

Overview: This double pulsed Nd:YAG laser treats facial blood vessels and spider veins.

Expected results: Reduction of unwanted blood vessels.

Preparation: Sunscreen for several weeks. Avoidance of alcohol prevents the dilation of blood vessels especially with rosacea.

Post treatment instructions: Sun protection for 6 weeks after each treatment. Avoidance of alcohol for 2 weeks after each procedure.

Time to desired results: 1-4 treatments 4-6 weeks apart may be necessary to eradicate unwanted blood vessels.

Contraindications: Recent tan. Skin types that never burn.

Duration of desired effects: 5-7 years. After this time, our body will form new vessels, especially in genetically determined spider veins.

Downtime: Redness, swelling and bruising for several days, bruising for up to 3 months with leg vein treatment. Scarring is rare but may occur.