Facial veins - what are my options? (Photo)

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I have always had three pronounced veins in my forehead. As I have aged and my skin has become thinner they have become even more pronounced, which I know will worsen with time. I am desperate to do something to disguise, remove, or shut these down. What are my options? Alo, I have considered a forehead reduction- would I be able minimize that and treat my veins at the same time? I will be in Europe this summer and could get it done there or stateside. Thank you!

Vincent Gardner, MD · Answer

Hi Eclectic9704,Let me address the forehead veins first. These can be treated with either Sclerotherapy or microphlebectomy. Either of these can be effective. Sclerotherapy would be a better choice because of decreased risk of scarring. There are inherent risk to each procedure, but can give nice results for the veins you describe in the photo. With regards to forehead reduction or hairline lowering procedures. These also can be very effective and in some cases you can lower the hairline by 2 to 4cmn (or more depending on skin laxity). The procedure requires an incision just behind the hairline, and it can also be combined with brow lifting at the same time if that is needed. I hope this helps!

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