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•How does CoolGlide Vein Therapy work?
The Cutera CoolGlide systems deliver
pulses of light energy which cause the blood within the vein to coagulate, eventually destroying the vessel which is later
reabsorbed by your body. Blood flow will then be redirected to veins deeper below your skin's surface, where it
should be.
•Who can be treated with the CoolGlide?
The CoolGlide features a unique design
and long wavelength that allows treatment of people of all skin tones. Schedule a consultation today to see if CoolGlide
Vein Therapy is right for you.
•What types of veins can be treated?
The CoolGlide can
remove unsightly veins from all parts of the body. Small, facial veins (telangiectasia) can be treated quickly without
bruising or complication. Spider veins and large blue leg veins can also be treated with excellent results. Knotty
varicose veins are not good candidates.
•How does this compare to Sclerotherapy?
Your
doctor will advise you on the best coarse of action, but many prefer CoolGlide Vein Therapy because there are no painful injections.
•What about blood blisters and port wine stains?
Blood blisters (hemangiomas) respond very
well to CoolGlide Vein Therapy, usually with just one treatment. People who have port wine stains and other vascular
lesions who had given up on finding a solution have been overwhelmed by the sucess of their CoolGlide treatment.
•How many treatments will i need?
Often, people find that one or two treatments are sufficient.
The number of treatments necessary depends on the number, color and size of the vessels being treated.
•Do
the treatments hurt?
Most describe the treatment as a stinging sensation as the pulses of energy are delivered
through the handpiece. Following the treatment, pain is minimal to nonexistent.
•What happens
after the treatment?
Following your treatment, some redness or bruising may occur. When larger veins are
treated, a tan or brownish pigment may persist for a few weeks or months following treatment.
•What
are the possible side effects?
Although many people report few if any side effects, those most commmonly noticed
are slight reddening and local swelling of the skin. These effects typically last for less than 24 hours. Some
people may experience bruising and, in rare instances, blistering may occur.
•Are there any
restrictions on my activity after treatment?
People generally resume most normal activities immediately.
However, it is recommended that you avoid vigorous activities such as strenuous exercise for the first 24 hours after treatment.
•When will i see results?
Most people find that the majority of the treated veins have shown
significant improvement within two to six weeks of treatment. However, your final results may not be apparent for several
months. Over time, it is possible for new veins to appear, but these too can be removed.
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