We would use a 940nm wavelength diode laser to treat small vessles on the face. I believe that IPL is also another great option. We don't usually inject sclerotherapy for facial veins / capillaries as the blood flow is faster in the face and would "wash out" the sclerosing agent. Please consult... more
Treatment for broken capillaries on face?
My skin is very fair and I am in my late 30s. I tried IPL spot treatments (at a medspa chain) but they did not seem to do anything. I'm not sure if it's because the technician used the wrong setting or if my skin is just stubborn and needs a stronger laser. I would like to avoid a lot of downtime if possible. Thank you!
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7 answers to “Treatment for broken capillaries on...”A: IPL is good for broken capillaries
You would get better care at a plastic surgeon or dermatologist's office than in a medispa where no doctor is present. Go to one of these settings for an evaluation and I am sure you will get a better result.
A: Laser for facial capillaries
Although I agree with the other experts that the long pulse ND YAG is one of the best treatments for facial vessels, an IPL/ BBL Light based treatment will have less chance of bruising or darkening of the vessels. In my office I have both options available and will often start with the BBL which is... more
A: Nd:YAG laser
I agree with what has already been written. The Nd:TAG laser is best and gets great results with no downtime. When calling a doctor ask what lasers they have before making the appointment.
A: "Broken" facial capillaries
I have seen more significant improvements with the Nd:YAG laser for facial telangiectasias. One seeking such treatment should ask the physician (if there is one at all!) what lasers does he/she have available. If there is only one then they will try to make that "fit" even though it is... more
A: Light therapies or electrocautery
First, these are not "broken" capillaries. They are permanently dilated small blood vessels called telangiectasias. Your treatment would depend on how much money you care to spend. Electrocautery is an old-fashioned, but nonetheless effective, method of treating... more
A: Treatment for broken capillaries on face.
There are several good vascular laser/light treatments to address facial blood vessels including the pulsed-dye laser, ipl/fotofacial and Nd:YAG long pulsed laser. The settings and particular laser selected depend on the size and depth of the blood vessels. I would consult a board... more
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