Laser spider vein & cherry angioma removal in Hot Springs

How laser spider vein removal works

Laser vein reduction is a non-invasive treatment that uses targeted light energy to heat and collapse unwanted blood vessels beneath the skin. Over the following weeks, your body naturally reabsorbs the treated vessel, leaving clearer, more even-toned skin.

We use the 1064 nm long-pulse Nd:YAG laser on our Spectrum system, a widely used wavelength for vascular treatment. It penetrates deeply and selectively heats the hemoglobin in blood vessels, closing them off while preserving the surrounding skin. It works on red, blue and purple vessels, including:

• Facial spider veins (telangiectasias)
• Broken capillaries on the nose, cheeks, chin and under-eye area
• Cherry angiomas
• Small clusters of spider veins on the legs

Facial veins vs leg veins: when to see a vein specialist

Spider veins and broken capillaries on the face are small, surface-level vessels, and they respond well to laser. Small clusters of spider veins on the legs can be treated too.

Larger, bulging, rope-like varicose veins are a different problem. They often come from faulty valves in deeper veins and can cause aching, swelling or heaviness, so they need an evaluation by a vein specialist, usually with an ultrasound, rather than surface laser. As an internist, Dr. Pabona will tell you if your veins fall into that group.

Cherry angioma removal

Cherry angiomas are small, bright red spots made of a cluster of tiny blood vessels. They’re benign and very common, especially from middle age on, and often appear on the trunk, arms, scalp and face.

The long-pulse Nd:YAG laser targets the vessel inside the spot, which then fades gradually as your body clears it. One case in our cherry angioma before-and-after gallery was treated in a single session with vascular-specific settings, with after photos taken during early healing. Results vary.

Laser vs sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy treats veins by injecting a solution that irritates the vessel wall so it closes. It’s often the first choice for spider veins on the legs, especially larger ones.

Laser needs no needles and is usually preferred for facial vessels, which are too fine to inject easily, for cherry angiomas and for small leg veins. The two can complement each other. Dr. Pabona will recommend the approach that suits your veins and tell you if another treatment would fit better.

What to expect

Every plan starts with an evaluation by Dr. Pabona, a board-certified internist, at a skin consultation. The 1064 nm YAG laser is one of the safest options for vascular treatment across a wide range of skin types, and sessions are quick, whether you’re in Hot Springs or coming in from Hot Springs Village.

Sessions and results

Most clients need 1 to 3 treatments for visible improvement, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart so your body can clear the treated vessels. Treated veins typically collapse and fade for good, but new ones can develop over time, so maintenance treatments may be advised.

Our nose and cheek spider vein before-and-after photos show visible nasal vessels and a fine network across the cheek after long-pulse Nd:YAG treatment. Patient results vary. If your redness is widespread rather than a few distinct veins, an IPL photofacial with its vascular filter may be the better first step.

Spider vein removal cost

Pricing depends on the size and complexity of the area, and a series may be recommended for best clearance. Your skin consultation is complimentary with the purchase of a treatment or skincare product, and CareCredit financing is accepted.