Why didn't lasers work on thread veins around my nose?

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I've had several lasers treatments. With fraxel some veins disappeared instantly only to return 2 weeks later. Others didn't respond at all. At first, Pulsed Dye had no effect so she tried a higher energy. It bruised but once faded the veins were far less visible. However, the results lasted 2 weeks if that. I was told I was in a small minority for whom PDL was ineffective and decided not to proceed with any further treatment. Is this the case for some people? What do you suggest I do?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

The type of laser, settings, and person running the machine play a big component to the results you get . I suggest going to a laser expert for treatment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Richard Ort, MD · Answer

I use several different lasers for veins on the nose, including pulsed dye laser, BBL/IPL, and 940 nm laser to trace out individual veins.  The choice of laser depends on several factors, including the size and color of the vein and the patient's skin type.  Veins on the nose (especially on the ala or the lower sides of the nose) can be stubborn and sometimes recur after treatment.  Pulsed dye laser usually works for stubborn veins but there is brusing afterwards which lasts for about a week.  Fraxel laser would not be expected to improve veins.  Make sure that you are seeing a doctor with extensive experience using lasers.

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Why didn't lasers work on thread veins around my nose?

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