The VBeam Laser

Posted Monday, September 10, 2007 to PROCEDURES > Skin

Posted by The Original Anti-Aging & Cosmetic Surgery Magazine

Boston dermatologist Dr Steven Ugent has recently studied an innovation to older style lasers that eliminates problematic post-operative bruising sometimes caused during the treatment of facial spider veins. He spoke to Andrew Frost.

Steven Ugent, Dermatologist and Assistant Professor at Boston University,has used many lasers over the years to remove unwanted facial spider veins and small vascular lesions. Dr Ugent's patients often complained about unsightly bruising (referred to as purpura) after treatment, which can lead to extended recovery times. "A disadvantage with current lasers is they cause small bruises and, after treatment, patients can't immediately return to work or attend social functions," says Dr Ugent.

Comparing current lasers with the new Vbeam laser, Dr Ugent tested the new technology on 21 patients with facial spider veins. "The patients found the Vbeam laser was less painful, and the majority also experienced no post-operative purpura," observed Dr Ugent. He also found the new treatment effective in removal of leg veins and port-wine stains.

"The disadvantage of current laser technology is that it causes bruising for 7-14 days," he explains. "With the Vbeam laser there is virtually none. This is a significant advance in treatment for facial spider veins." Current lasers produce very rapid heating of the blood, that can cause mechanical damage to the vessel wall, resulting in blood leakage and subsequent bruising. The new Vbeam laser produces a more gentle heating of blood vessels, resulting in uniform coagulation and healing.

This new advance in laser technology is likely to be a welcome innovation for many patients interested in cosmetic treatments for facial spider veins.

For more information visit www.vbeamlaser.com.

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