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Why Choose The Cosmetic Vein & Laser Center?

At the Cosmetic Vein & Laser Center, we are passionate about helping our patients feel great and look their best. We offer a wide range of treatments for birthmarks and hemangiomas, and our highly trained doctors are always looking for ways to improve our patient’s outcomes.

We use the latest technology and have a wide array of laser and light treatment devices; this helps us resolve issues faster than other med spas or plastic surgery centers. If you are looking for the best possible outcome for your treatment, then the Cosmetic Vein & Laser Center is the right choice for you.

What Are Birthmarks And Hemangiomas?

Birthmarks and hemangiomas are growths that occur when blood vessels form in the skin. They can be red, purple, or blue in color, and they can occur anywhere on the body. While most birthmarks are harmless, they may be cosmetically bothersome for many. Some can cause problems if they grow near the eyes or other sensitive areas.

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Birthmark And Hemangioma Laser Treatments

When a pulse-dye laser is used to treat birthmarks and hemangiomas, the laser light is absorbed by the blood vessels. This causes the vessels to collapse, resulting in a reduction in redness and size. The pulsed dye laser was the first industry standard for the treatment of skin and blood vessel problems such as dilated blood vessels, port wine stains, hemangiomas, and facial veins. The subsequent development of longer wavelengths found in the Alexandrite and Nd:YAG lasers helped dramatically with the darker red, purple, and blue birthmarks, and vascular problems. These lasers feel like a rubber band snapping on the skin with each pulse, and specifically heat up the tiny blood vessels without damaging the normal skin. Discoloration may appear temporarily and within a few weeks, the treated lesion improves. 

What Are Pulsed Dye Lasers?

Pulsed dye lasers are a type of laser that can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including hemangiomas and birthmarks. Hemangiomas are abnormal growths of blood vessels, and birthmarks are skin areas with a different color or texture than the surrounding tissue. Pulsed dye lasers work by targeting the blood vessels in these areas and causing them to disintegrate. This can result in a significant improvement in the appearance of the skin. In addition, pulsed dye lasers can also be used to treat other conditions such as port-wine stains, spider veins, and acne scars.

How Pulsed Dye Lasers Work:

Pulsed dye lasers emit a focused beam of light that is absorbed by the blood vessels and converted into heat. This heat then damages the walls of the blood vessels, causing them to collapse and seal shut. While the surrounding tissue is left unharmed, the treated area will typically appear lighter in color. Pulsed dye lasers are used to treat vascular birthmarks, such as port wine stains, but they can also be used to treat other conditions that involve abnormal blood vessels, such as rosacea and spider veins.

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Birthmark and Hemangioma FAQ

How long is the treatment with a pulsed dye laser?

Are pulsed dye lasers safe for my skin?

How many treatments will I need?

How long is the treatment with a pulsed dye laser?

The exact duration of each treatment session will vary depending on the size and depth of the lesions being treated. However, most treatments take less than 30 minutes to complete.

Are pulsed dye lasers safe for my skin?

Pulsed dye lasers are generally considered to be safe for all skin types.

How many treatments will I need?

With port-wine stains and hemangiomas, multiple treatments are needed.

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