Treatments — Body
Microsclerotherapy
Microsclerotherapy Treatment Kings Hill, Kent
This is the ‘gold standard’ treatment for removing thread veins anywhere below the neck, but it is most often used when treating veins on the legs and ankles.
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This is the ‘gold standard’ treatment for removing thread veins anywhere below the neck, but it is most often used when treating veins on the legs and ankles.
Microsclerotherapy
Treatment at
a glance
Time required for treatment
30 minutes approximately
Time until results seen
4-6 weeks
Treatment longevity
Results on the veins treated are long-term, but new veins may naturally occur
Number of treatments required
Usually an average of 3 treatments, each 4-6 weeks apart
Anaesthetic required
None
Microsclerotherapy
About this treatment
It involves individual injections of a sclerosing solution into each vein that needs to be removed. The sclerosing solution causes the vein to shrink and seal itself off, after which the body will dispose of it naturally.
At Illuminate, we only use licensed and leading products on the market for this treatment, to ensure optimum safety and results.
Microsclerotherapy involves injections of a sclerosing agent with a very fine needle. The agent irritates the lining of the veins causing the vein walls to stick together. Blood stops flowing through the veins, which are then absorbed by the body over a period of a few weeks. The blood is directed back to the deeper veins.
This treatment is given in clinic. You will usually be lying down, but your position may vary according to the precise area being treated.
You may feel some mild discomfort. The area of skin immediately around the vein may become red and blotchy for 24 hours following treatment. You are asked to wear compression stockings 24 hours a day for 1 week after treatment and to stay mildly active, taking at least two brisk 30 minute walks a day for 1 week following each treatment. You should also be careful about exposing the treated area to strong sunlight for 6 months after treatment, so we usually recommend that treatment is undertaken between September and April.
Microsclerotherapy is not suitable for patients with varicose veins. If we identify varicose veins at your consultation, you will be referred to a vascular surgeon for treatment before we treat you with microsclerotherapy.
Note: Microsclerotherapy is not suitable for treating facial thread or spider veins, due to the potential risk of blindness.
Treatment
Microsclerotherapy
Price from
£250
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If you want to book an appointment for the Microsclerotherapy, make an enquiry with the Illuminate Skin Clinic team for an initial consultation with a Microsclerotherapy specialist. Alternatively, click the link below to book online.
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