Sclerotherapy
At Bentley Medical & Aesthetics, we offer Sclerotherapy for the safe, effective and minimally-invasive treatment of spider veins. Sclerotherapy is an extremely safe and well-established medical procedur. At Bentley Medical & Aesthetics, we offer Sclerotherapy for the safe, effective and minimally-invasive treatment of spider veins. Sclerotherapy is an extremely safe and well-established medical procedure that involves an injection of a solution directly into the spider vein, using a very small needle. The solution irritates the lining of the blood vessel, causing it to swell and stick together, and the blood to clot. Because the vein is no longer getting a blood supply, it scleroses, or closes down, forcing the blood to reroute through healthier veins. The collapsed vein is reabsorbed by the body tissue and eventually fades. This procedure generally lasts approximately 30 minutes. After sclerotherapy, treated veins will fade within 4-6 weeks, although occasionally it may take longer to see full results. In some instance several sclerotherapy treatments may be necessary. If so, re-treatment is recommended 4-6 weeks after the previous sclerotherapy treatment.e that involves an injection of a solution directly into the spider vein. The solution irritates the lining of the blood vessel, causing it to swell and stick together, and the blood to clot. Because the vein is no longer getting a blood supply, it scleroses, or closes down, forcing the blood to reroute through healthier veins. The collapsed vein is reabsorbed by the body tissue and eventually fades. After sclerotherapy, treated veins will fade within 4-6 weeks, although occasionally it may take longer to see full results. In some instance several sclerotherapy treatments may be necessary. If so, retreatment is recommended 4-6 weeks after the previous sclerotherapy treatment.
PREPARING FOR SCLEROTHERAPY
We recommend bringing a pair of shorts to wear during the treatment. It is required to bring thigh high fitted compression stockings to your appointment. Compression stockings of a firm support level (20mmhg of pressure) should be worn for a week after the procedure for best results. Bring a list of any medications you are currently taking and be able to describe any medical conditions you might have.