What is the laser called that is used on spider veins that are too small for sclerotherapy?

Hello and thank you for your question!
Our office uses and recommends Excel V for laser vein removal therapy.  Due to the range of wavelengths used in the Excel V laser, it can treat practically anything from tiny veins on the face to larger veins such as those found on the legs.  The light energy used will coagulate the blood in the vessels of concern, which will shrink their appearance. The body will then reabsorb this, and the blood will be redirected to veins deeper below the skin’s surface. The treated veins will be less noticeable on the skin’s surface. Results can be seen within two to six weeks after the first treatment, but this will vary depending on the size and area of the veins to be treated.

This is a completely light based laser treatment, so there is little to no downtime associated with it. Patients can return to their daily activities right away, although you should wait twenty four hours after receiving a treatment before resuming strenuous exercise. In addition, it is recommended to avoid exposure to the sun if possible or apply sunscreen to the areas treated if they will be exposed to the sun.

If this is something you would be interested in, I suggest that you research trained professionals in your area to ensure you get the best possible outcome.

Hope this helps!

The best treatments for capillary issues are vascular lasers such as pulsed dye laser, Excel V, Aerolase, Venus Versa IPL, Laser Genesis or Yellow laser. The settings are determined on a per case basis, so it is best to consult with an expert to determine what will work best for you. We often combine vascular lasers with non-ablative fractional lasers such as Clear + Brilliant or Venus Viva for better results. I would suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer.

A 940 diode laser or Ellman micro needle radiofrequency works very well for spider veins that are too small for sclerotherapy.