Spider Vein Treatment – Sclerotherapy:
Eliminate unsightly spider veins and small varicose veins with our expert Sclerotherapy treatment at New Blossom Medical Aesthetics. This safe, FDA-approved medical procedure offers a proven solution for clearing visible veins on your legs, face, and other areas, helping you achieve smoother, clearer skin without surgery or extended downtime. Located in Hialeah Gardens, FL, our experienced medical team, led by Dr. Nunez and M. Gonzalez, APRN, provides compassionate, professional sclerotherapy treatments that deliver natural-looking results and restore your confidence in showing off your skin.
What is Spider Vein Treatment (Sclerotherapy)?
Sclerotherapy is a trusted, time-tested medical procedure specifically designed to treat spider veins and small varicose veins that appear on the legs, thighs, ankles, and sometimes the face. Spider veins are small, thin blood vessels that become visible beneath the skin’s surface, typically appearing as red, blue, or purple web-like patterns. While generally harmless, these veins can be cosmetically bothersome and affect your confidence in wearing shorts, skirts, swimwear, or other clothing that exposes your legs.
During sclerotherapy treatment, a specialized sclerosing solution is carefully injected directly into the affected veins using a very fine needle. This solution irritates the inner lining of the vein, causing it to collapse, seal shut, and eventually be reabsorbed by your body over the following weeks. Blood flow is naturally redirected to healthier, deeper veins, while the treated spider veins gradually fade from view, leaving you with clearer, more even-toned skin.
How Sclerotherapy Works
The science behind sclerotherapy is straightforward yet highly effective. When the sclerosing solution enters the targeted vein, it causes controlled irritation to the vein’s inner wall (endothelium). This irritation triggers the vein walls to stick together and seal shut, effectively closing off the vessel. Once sealed, blood can no longer flow through the treated vein, and your circulatory system automatically reroutes blood flow through healthier, deeper veins that are functioning properly.
Over the following 3-6 weeks, your body’s natural healing processes break down and absorb the collapsed vein tissue, causing it to gradually disappear from beneath your skin’s surface. The result is visibly clearer skin with significantly reduced or completely eliminated spider veins, creating a smoother, more uniform appearance that you can feel confident showing off.
Key Benefits of Spider Vein Treatment
Sclerotherapy offers numerous advantages for patients seeking to eliminate unsightly spider veins and varicose veins. The treatment provides visible, noticeable results as treated veins fade and disappear within weeks, a quick and simple in-office procedure typically taking 15-45 minutes depending on the number of veins being treated, minimal discomfort with most patients describing only mild stinging or tingling during injections, no downtime allowing you to resume normal daily activities immediately after treatment, and no surgery, incisions, or anesthesia required.
Additional benefits include proven safety and effectiveness backed by decades of medical use and FDA approval, versatility to treat veins on legs, thighs, ankles, and other areas, natural-looking results that develop gradually, long-lasting improvements with many treated veins disappearing permanently, enhanced confidence to wear clothing that shows your legs, and prevention of vein progression when treated early. Many patients report feeling significantly more comfortable and confident in their appearance after completing their sclerotherapy treatment series.
The Treatment Process
Your spider vein treatment journey at New Blossom Medical Aesthetics begins with a complimentary consultation where we evaluate the type, size, and location of your spider veins, assess your overall vascular health and medical history, discuss your aesthetic goals and expectations, explain the treatment process and anticipated results, and create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
On the day of your sclerotherapy treatment, the procedure is straightforward and comfortable. The treatment area is cleansed, and the sclerosing solution is carefully injected into each targeted vein using a very fine needle. You may feel a mild stinging, tingling, or slight burning sensation as the solution enters the vein, but this discomfort is brief and quickly subsides. Multiple veins can be treated during a single session, with the entire appointment typically lasting 15-45 minutes depending on the extent of treatment needed.
What to Expect After Treatment
Following your sclerotherapy session, you can return to your normal daily activities immediately—no bed rest or recovery time required. To optimize your results and promote proper healing, we may recommend wearing compression stockings for a few days to a few weeks after treatment. These special stockings help maintain pressure on the treated veins, ensuring they remain closed and promoting proper absorption by your body.
You may notice some temporary side effects in the days following treatment, including mild bruising around injection sites, slight swelling or tenderness, temporary skin discoloration (which fades as veins are absorbed), and itching in treated areas. These effects are normal, temporary, and typically resolve within a few days to weeks. Most patients find any discomfort minimal and easily managed without prescription medication.
Results Timeline and Expectations
The results of sclerotherapy develop gradually and naturally as your body processes and absorbs the treated veins. Small spider veins typically begin fading within 3-4 weeks after treatment, while larger veins may take 2-3 months to fully disappear. Most patients notice significant improvement after just one or two treatment sessions, though some individuals may require 3-4 sessions spaced several weeks apart to achieve optimal results, especially when treating extensive spider vein networks.
Once treated veins are successfully eliminated, they typically do not return. However, it’s important to understand that sclerotherapy treats existing veins but cannot prevent new spider veins from developing in the future. Factors such as genetics, hormones, pregnancy, prolonged standing, and aging can contribute to the formation of new spider veins over time. Many patients choose to have occasional maintenance treatments to address any new veins that appear.
Ideal Candidates for Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is an excellent option for individuals who are bothered by the appearance of spider veins or small varicose veins, have realistic expectations about treatment outcomes, are in overall good health, are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding, have no history of blood clots or clotting disorders, and are committed to following post-treatment care instructions. The treatment is suitable for most adults experiencing cosmetic concerns related to visible veins.
During your consultation, we’ll carefully evaluate your vein condition and medical history to determine whether sclerotherapy is the right treatment option for you.
Post-Treatment Care for Optimal Results
To maximize your sclerotherapy results and ensure proper healing, we provide comprehensive post-treatment instructions. Key recommendations include wearing compression stockings as directed, walking regularly to promote healthy circulation, avoiding strenuous exercise for 24-48 hours, avoiding hot baths, saunas, and hot tubs for several days, protecting treated areas from direct sun exposure, elevating your legs when resting, and staying well-hydrated. Following these guidelines helps ensure the best possible outcome and minimizes the risk of complications.
Safe, Proven, and Effective
Sclerotherapy has been used successfully for decades and is considered the gold standard treatment for spider veins and small varicose veins. The procedure is FDA-approved, medically backed by extensive research, and performed by trained medical professionals who prioritize your safety and satisfaction. When administered by experienced practitioners like our team at New Blossom Medical Aesthetics, sclerotherapy is a safe, predictable treatment with a high success rate and patient satisfaction.
Why Choose New Blossom Medical Aesthetics?
At New Blossom Medical Aesthetics in Hialeah Gardens, we combine medical precision with aesthetic care to deliver exceptional spider vein treatment results. Under the expert direction of Dr. Nunez and M. Gonzalez, APRN, our experienced team uses the latest techniques and highest quality sclerosing solutions to ensure optimal outcomes with every treatment. We’re committed to providing compassionate, personalized care in a comfortable, welcoming environment where you feel valued and supported throughout your journey to clearer, more beautiful skin.
Our mission is to help you feel as confident as you look, with treatments that reflect the beauty of self-care and the art of modern medical aesthetics. Say goodbye to unsightly spider veins and hello to smooth, clear, beautiful skin. Schedule your complimentary consultation today and discover how sclerotherapy can help you achieve the flawless legs you’ve always wanted.