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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%
no: 0.02%

Compare our service to other similar practices

excellent: 87.9%
very good: 10.1%
good: 1.8%
poor: 0.06%
very poor: 0%

Overall doctor performance

excellent: 94.2%
very good: 4.89%
good: 0.80%
poor: 0.03%
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The doctor listened to you attentively

excellent: 93.9%
very good: 4.97%
good: 1.05%
poor: 0.05%
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The doctor took time to answer your questions

excellent: 94.0%
very good: 4.66%
good: 1.27%
poor: 0.02%
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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent: 94.3%
very good: 4.16%
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poor: 0.14%
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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent: 92.0%
very good: 5.69%
good: 2.18%
poor: 0.11%
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Front desk performance

excellent: 85.6%
very good: 10.2%
good: 3.66%
poor: 0.31%
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Aesthetician performance

excellent: 88.6%
very good: 7.61%
good: 3.39%
poor: 0.24%
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Office comfort

excellent: 90.9%
very good: 6.93%
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poor: 0.05%
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Parking

excellent: 66.4%
very good: 14.4%
good: 15.7%
poor: 2.49%
very poor: 0.9%

Friendliness of the staff during appointment

excellent: 90.9%
very good: 7.23%
good: 1.85%
poor: 0.05%
very poor: 0%

What WE DID WELL

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Very efficient, quiet, and clean.

#12025-07-09

aNDREA AND DR RINGFEIL WERE ABS0LUTELY TERRIFIC AND VERY FRIENDLY

#22025-07-25

The visit went smoothly, and the physician answered my questions directly.

#32026-07-05

Leah

#42026-03-04

I think the doctor is very thorough in her evaluations and explanations and the staff is extremely professional and friendly. Definitely 5 star service!

#52011-09-22 13:13:46

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

#62026-02-01

Having Alana accompany me from start to finish of the appt. It was comforting.

#72011-04-28 17:24:05

The information provided by the physician was very helpful and useful. I would gladly do what she recommended.

#82026-05-21

Having the classical music from WRTI radio station in the background as well as the amicable staff

#92026-01-14

Information provided by doctor.

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What can we do better?

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This has been one the best office that i have been to in forever.

#12026-06-22

I was very happy with the care I received.

#22010-09-14 10:44:00

Magazines in the examining room to read while I waited for the doctor (I get bored easily).

#32026-06-29

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.

#42026-05-13

Maybe some more magazines for the guys. I`ll bring a few in...

#52025-12-23

I have a suggestion: I noticed that two of the lovely rugs pose hazards to patients using walkers or who may have other mobility issues. The large rug placed at an angle and the narrow rug placed in front of the reception desk leave no room for these individuals to safely manuveur around the reception area and are likely to contribute to fall risks. I would suggest leaving these areas clear.

#62010-10-04 12:14:56

Nothing, my visit was great.

#72026-06-02

Everything was excellent.

#82026-07-01

Everything was perfect today

#92010-10-05 10:42:21

I think the service provided fulfilled my expectations so at this time I do not have any suggestions for improvement.

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