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Sclerotherapy

Overview:

Sclerotherapy is a technique designed to shut down unsightly spider veins on legs, thighs, face or other body areas. Several substances can be injected to cause this effect. While providing identical results and downtime, detergents/foaming agents are generally considered painless while hypertonic saline injections are uncomfortable.

Sclerotherapy is used for the treatment of larger spider veins. It is often followed by several sclerolaser treatments which resolve extremely fine vessels that did not take to sclerotherapy.

Expected results:

Seventy percent reduction of spider veins after a series of treatments.

Preparation:

Avoidance of aspirin and ibuprofen for 10 days. Depending on the examination, ultrasound may be necessary to exclude reflux, which may hamper treatment success. If reflux is detected, a consultation with a vascular surgeon may be necessary to remove underlying varicosities.

Post treatment instructions:

Compression stockings 20-30 mmHg or higher for 6 weeks, sun avoidance for 3 months, avoidance of aspirin and ibuprofen for 3 days.

Time to desired results:

The reduction of spider veins can be seen 6 to 8 weeks after each treatment on the lower extremity; facial veins and those on the trunk usually respond faster.

Duration of desired effects:

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

Limitations:

We do not perform treatments to veins on hands or on the upper or lower eyelids. Ankle veins are challenging to treat.

Contraindications:

History of bleeding or clotting disorders, diabetes, certain auto-immune disorders, pregnancy/breastfeeding, allergy to Sotrodecol or Polidocanol.

Downtime:

Up to 3 months of bruising or hyperpigmentation.

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PATIENT RATINGS

Would you recommend us?

definitely: 93.1%
probably: 6.16%
maybe: 0.58%
not likely: 0.08%
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Compare our service to other similar practices

excellent: 87.9%
very good: 10.1%
good: 1.8%
poor: 0.06%
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Overall doctor performance

excellent: 94.2%
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The doctor listened to you attentively

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The doctor took time to answer your questions

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The doctor explained treatment options

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The doctor explained treatment options

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Front desk performance

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Aesthetician performance

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Office comfort

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Parking

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Friendliness of the staff during appointment

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What WE DID WELL

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Appt hours are great for early morning. Great staff!

#12025-10-04

nope. i've been to a lot of dermas and i never felt so positive, hopeful. thank you!!!

#22025-07-21

Everything was easy, transitions were smooth, staff was friendly, everyone smiled. It was a great experience

#32012-07-26 11:37:17

no everything was great. everyone is so wonderful

#42026-06-15

I thought the doctor was very thorough in explaining the procedures I need to take care of my skin problem

#52026-03-16

I really appreciated how knowledgeable the doctor was about my condition. I also felt that she listened well and considered my opinion. Great job! Cant wait to come back.

#62012-06-14 15:35:48

I thought the staff and the Doctor was extremely proffesional and courteous. I had a positive first experience and will continue to visit.

#72025-07-21

The staff was knowlegable in answering any additional questions I may have

#82026-04-22

Everybody was friendly and helpfull.

#92025-11-24

Dr. Ringpfeil was my second opinion and I felt much more at ease with the time she took to understand my issues and explanation for solutions.

#102011-01-04 09:06:32

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What can we do better?

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The service is wonderful nothing needs to be changed.

#12026-04-12

My advice would be to continue doing exactly what you are presently doing. I had a very good first impression of Dr. Ringpfeil and the practice. Thank you.

#22011-02-07 10:50:14

that you can call the insured company ehen there's a problem

#32026-06-27

let people know about opportunity for free consultation with Jill(?) when making appointment.

#42010-09-13 11:24:22

open an office in NJ

#52026-05-24

every thing was great!

#62026-05-23

don't see how you could improve anything

#72011-01-12 08:19:57

Keep it up!