Laser for venous lake

Bryan K. Chen, MD answers: Best laser for venous lake treatment?

I have a somewhat large venous lake on my lower lip. I saw two dermotologists who confirm the diagnosis. One wanted to cut, then scrape it out. The other suggested laser. I read that laser removal is the preferred over basically 'scraping it out'.

Is there a specific type of laser to use?


Bryan K. Chen, MD
5 months ago
By Bryan K. Chen, MD - San Diego Dermatologist

I like lasers for treating venous lakes.  There are several lasers that would work.  Since a venous lake is a rather large vascular growth, lasers with longer wavelengths, for example the Nd:YAG 1064 laser would be my choice although a v-beam/pulsed dye laser, diode or IPL/fotofacial device would probably work.  You may need more than a single treatment.

Good luck.

Web reference: http://www.insightderm.com
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