Vein Therapy
Sclerotherapy
 An alternative to surgically removing ("stripping") veins, sclerotherapy is the new standard of treatment for both varicose and spider veins. The procedure involves injecting a special solution through a tiny needle into the vein, which then collapses and is absorbed by the body. Treatments involve one or more injections during one or more sessions, depending on the type, number and severity of the veins being treated. By the end of the treatment program, the veins are no longer visible on the skin surface. Sclerotherapy usually also relieves symptoms associated with enlarged veins and prevents further complications from occurring.
On average, one to three sessions are required, spaced one to two weeks apart. After each session, patients may have to wear bandages or support hose for a few days or weeks and are encouraged to walk or exercise to speed recovery. The procedure is office-based. Bruising and swelling (if present) should fade within a week or two. Sclerotherapy rarely produces more severe side effects such as scarring, although it cannot prevent the recurrence of vascular lesions.
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Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy
Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy allows Dr. Summers to precisely treat problematic veins that aren't visible on the skin surface by monitoring veins on an ultrasound screen during the sclerotherapy procedure.
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Laser Vein Therapy
If you suffer from broken capillaries, rosy cheeks, spider veins, or red freckles (cherry hemangiomas) laser treatments can provide safe and effective alternatives you have been looking for. Benign vascular lesions are overgrown enlarged blood vessels or multiple small vessels. Medical laser and intense pulsed light technology provide a non-invasive, no "down time" treatments for these benign skin conditions.
The vessels are treated by targeting the red blood cells and coagulating the vessel, making it no longer visible. The laser is safe and effective because of its unique ability to selectively treat the blood vessels of a vascular lesion without adversely affecting the surrounding tissue. Thus, it will eliminate many lesions while leaving the surrounding skin unharmed.
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Brides
 Congrats! You’re engaged! You most likely have a year before the big day and are consumed with a million thoughts and “things to do”. One thing that should be on the top of your list is your skin care. What can you do to get your skin in tip top shape in the next year?
One year before your wedding you can start with laser hair removal.
Every bride should want there underarms, upper lip, and bikini line hair free. The treatments take approximately 7-12 months to finish and will leave you with 80-95% permanent hair reduction.
One year to six months before the big day, you can start getting microderm facials to brighten skin and even out complexion. In this treatment, we physically remove the dead skin cells with a diamond tip medical-grade microderm machine (with no down time!). Extractions are then performed, if necessary, following an intense organic mask that is tailored for your skin type. Followed by massage, aromatherapy, and hot towels for the ultimate relaxing experience - you’ll need this once a month with as busy as you are planning your wedding! With the moisture infusion to follow your skin your skin will glow and be the perfect palette for you makeup. Microderm facials should be performed once a month for at least 6 months before the event.
Another option for skin that may be on the oily side, would be glycolic or beta chemical peels. Alpha Hydroxy and Beta Hydroxy Acids exfoliate your skin by dissolving the dead skin cells and leaving your skin soft, smooth, and vibrant. Extractions are also included in this treatment. As with the microderms the chemical peels should be performed once a month.
If your looking for a more dramatic improvement such as: controlling breakouts, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, toning down redness or erasing away sun damage that has accumulated over the years, then laser and light therapy are better options for you. At a complimentary consultation, we will discuss the details pertaining to these corrective treatments that have no downtime and we promise will deliver noticeable results.
Last but not least - the makeup! This is what you have been preparing for the last year. You want your skin to glow and look flawless on your big day. One month before the wedding date, a trial is performed where we can tweak your makeup application to your personal preference. The day of the wedding we can do your makeup at our Gold Coast location or conveniently on-site at your choice of location!
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