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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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Would you recommend us?

definitely: 93.1%
probably: 6.16%
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excellent: 87.9%
very good: 10.1%
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Overall doctor performance

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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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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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I liked the waiting room it was really nice.

#12026-01-21

Dr. Ringpfeil was excellent.

#22025-11-22

I did not have to wait to be seen at all. From the start of my visit until I walked out the door the doctor & staff were very professional & took the tim to answer my questions and listen to me also. I have been seen by other dermatologist and I was defibately impressed here.+++A+++ Higly recommended.

#32025-11-13

Excellent service, did not have to wait long to be seen!

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Beautiful Office and Wonderful Staff!

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I thought the waiting area was decorated beautifully and made me feel relaxed and at home.

#62026-05-26

very professional

#72010-11-30 07:53:54

Efficiency

#82025-06-28

The staff was thorough and extremely friendly, I felt welcomed and well informed.

#92011-12-01 14:56:48

the doctor was comprehensive, concerned and frank

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What can we do better?

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Keep doing what you are doing now..make sure no one slips, then I will make sure I write about it.

#12026-01-21

You guys give excellent service

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Just keep up the good work!

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Be on time for our appointments

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Keep doing the same thing.

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less waiting time in the room

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This was a great experience and I would not change anything

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I can't think of anything at this time.

#82026-02-27

I was a bit embarressed by not knowing more information regarding my parents history. I believe it would have been better handled if I were asked to please get more info and then let the dr's office know.

#92025-09-09

open an office in NJ

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