Lasers are specialized beams of light that work by being absorbed by the various different types of pigment in our tissues. Pixel erbium laser light is preferentially absorbed by the collagen within the skin. A different type of laser, such as V-beam or Versapulse, would be more effective for small spider veins.
Does Pixel laser treat broken capillaries?
Will Pixel treatment remove the appearance of broken capilaries?
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A: Treatment of Spider Veins with Laser
Spider veins are best approached by a comprehensive treatment plan including assessment of venous reflux, laser, and sclerotherapy. Pixel laser plays no role in the treatment of spider veins and may actually induce angiogenesis.
A: Pixel is not useful for Spider Veins.
The Pixel 2940 Erbium Laser is a skin resurfacing laser that can dramatically improve your skin’s appearance. During each Pixel treatment, thousands of microscopic spots known as “pixels" are created and about 5 treatments are needed to get full effect. Since only about 20% of the... more
A: If you are referring to Fraxel, it may improve the...
If you are referring to Fraxel, it may improve the vessels. V-beam, IPL, Versa pulse and Pulsed Dye lasers treat these capillaries better.
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24 Aug 2008
Pixel is a fractional resurfacing laser treatment that is effective for smoothing acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles, and improving skin laxity. However, it is not usually helpful for broken capillaries. Other modalities such as IPL/photofacial treatments can be useful for broken capillaries, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation.