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How to Remove Broken Capillaries Above the Eyelids?

asked 2 years ago by Sandy-263 in UK
Latest answer by James E. White, MD
Question viewed 2,185 times
Tags: eyelids, female, broken capillaries

Hi. Since having my eyebrows threaded some time ago and been asked to pull the skin taut while she was doing it, I have noticed that some purple/blue veins have appeared above my eyelids immediately after and have not disappeared.

Is there any way to have these removed as they were not there before the threading?

Thanks,
Sandra

3 answers to How to Remove Broken Capillaries Above the Eyelids?

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Spider veins of the eyelids

Spider veins of the eyelids can be difficult to treat,. Agree with topical laser therapy as described. Our practice has experience with combination laser and micro electtrocautery therapy. Electrocautery or micro cautery is very helpful to coagulate very small facial veins. [See Veinwave as a brand of micro electrocautery]. The technique involves very small electric currents transmitted to the vessel by fine wire cautery tips--the kind used to complete... more
James E. White, MD

Chattanooga General Surgeon
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Vessels above the eyelids

Greetings~ Without seeing you face to face it would be difficult to say with any certainty what your treatment options may be. If the vessels are small and close to brow but not on the lid itself, you may be a candidate for a laser treatment for vessels such as Nd:YAG or KTP. These lasers are very effective at reducing unsightly vessels with little to no discomfort and downtime. For any vessels, but especially on the face, it is best to consult someone with a great deal... more
Grant Stevens, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Upper eyelid veins are difficult to treat

Upper eyelid veins and broken capillaries can occur after a browlift or upper eyelid surgery. This can be a very difficult problem to correct due to the thin nature of the skin. One possible option is use of a vascular laser to diminish or perhaps remove those veins. However, if you elect to go that route, make sure that you have an eyeshield placed over the eyes first. We have had very good success treating blood vessels in that fashion.
Scott Trimas, MD

Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

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