Vis
ible red, purple, or blue vessels can develop around the nose, across the cheeks, along the temples, or beneath the eyes. At Nu Vela Laser Medical Spa, Dr. Raffi Dishakjian provides facial vein treatment in Los Angeles using vascular laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) technology.
Facial vein treatment uses controlled laser or light energy to target a visible blood vessel without making an incision. The energy is absorbed by blood within the vessel and converted to heat. This causes the vessel to close, after which the body gradually clears it.
Laser vein removal may address several vascular concerns, including:
Patients with widespread redness rather than individual vessels may benefit from treatment directed at rosacea and couperose. Dr. Dishakjian examines the vascular pattern before recommending treatment because these concerns do not respond identically.
Facial vein treatment does not prevent new vessels from forming. However, a successfully treated vessel generally does not return. Genetics, sun exposure, rosacea, aging, hormonal changes, and other factors may contribute to the development of new facial veins.
A consultation is necessary because facial vessels vary in depth and can resemble other skin conditions. You may be a candidate for facial vein treatment if you:
Skin tone is also considered during treatment planning. Some complexions are more prone to pigment changes after laser exposure. Dr. Dishakjian may adjust the settings, recommend a test spot, or advise another approach based on the patient’s skin and medical history.
Dr. Dishakjian begins by examining the vessels and reviewing your medical history, medications, and previous treatments. He then determines whether a vascular laser or IPL is better suited to the concern.
Protective eyewear is used during facial vein treatment. Patients commonly describe each pulse as a brief warm or snapping sensation. Cooling built into the laser, cooling gel for IPL, and topical numbing cream may be used to improve comfort. Appointment length depends on the number and location of the vessels being treated.
Laser treatment for facial spider veins delivers a focused wavelength of light to a specific vessel. At Nu Vela, Dr. Dishakjian uses Cutera and Sciton laser systems and adjusts the settings according to the vessel and surrounding skin.
A focused vascular laser can reach discrete veins that lie deeper beneath the surface. This may make it appropriate for the removal of spider veins on the face, larger visible vessels, and certain blue veins near the eyes or temples. Nu Vela offers physician-performed laser vein treatments in Los Angeles from its Porter Ranch office.
IPL uses a range of light wavelengths rather than a single focused laser beam. It can be effective for small, superficial broken capillaries, particularly when several vessels or areas of redness appear around the nose and cheeks.
Because IPL can also address certain pigment concerns, it may suit patients who have vascular redness and uneven tone. Dr. Dishakjian determines whether an IPL photofacial or vascular laser is more appropriate. Some patients may benefit from more than one method over the course of treatment.
Blue or green vessels beneath the eyes are often called periorbital or reticular veins. The skin in this area is thin, which can make these vessels appear more prominent. Under-eye vein removal with a vascular laser may be considered when the vessel has a suitable size, depth, and position.
Although patients sometimes search for “laser eye vein removal,” this treatment targets veins in the skin around the eye, not blood vessels inside the eye. Treatment in this area requires careful assessment, controlled laser settings, skin cooling, and proper eye protection.
Sclerotherapy for under-eye veins is not routinely performed at Nu Vela. Injecting a sclerosant near the eyes can carry rare but serious risks if the solution enters connected vessels. Dr. Dishakjian instead assesses whether a vascular laser is appropriate for blue vein under-eye removal.
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Most patients can resume their usual routines soon after facial vein treatment. Temporary redness, swelling, bruising, or darkening of the treated vessel may occur. These effects often improve within several days, although some discoloration may take longer to resolve.
The treated vessel gradually fades as the body clears it. Results and the number of sessions vary according to the vessel’s size, depth, location, and response. Dr. Dishakjian will explain when the area can be reassessed and whether another session may be useful.
Aftercare may include temporarily avoiding heat, strenuous exercise, and irritating skin products. Daily sun protection is important because recently treated skin can be more sensitive to ultraviolet exposure.
When the method is properly matched to the vascular concern, facial vein treatment can address visible vessels without surgery. Potential benefits include:
Patients can view examples of Dr. Dishakjian’s work in the before-and-after gallery. Individual outcomes vary, and photographs cannot determine which method will be appropriate for a new patient.
Facial vein treatment cost depends on the number, size, depth, and location of the vessels. The technology used and the number of sessions expected also affect pricing. Under-eye vein removal cost may differ from treatment for one broken capillary or a broader area of facial redness.
Nu Vela provides an individualized price after Dr. Dishakjian examines the area and recommends a treatment plan. Financing options are also available for qualified patients.
Facial veins differ in color, depth, and location, so effective treatment begins with selecting the right technology and settings. At Nu Vela Laser Medical Spa, Dr. Raffi Dishakjian personally examines each patient and performs every laser and vein procedure. Patients remain under his care from the initial assessment through treatment.
As a phlebologist and a physician board-certified in anesthesiology, Dr. Dishakjian brings an understanding of vascular anatomy, medical risk, and patient safety to facial vein care. This background is particularly relevant when treating delicate areas such as the temples and skin beneath the eyes. He considers the vessel, skin type, medical history, and previous treatments before recommending an approach.
Nu Vela’s Cutera and Sciton laser systems, along with IPL technology, allow Dr. Dishakjian to choose an option suited to the specific concern rather than relying on one method for every patient. The practice has provided physician-led laser and vein treatment from its Porter Ranch location since 2005.
Bring your concerns directly to Dr. Dishakjian. Request an appointment at Nu Vela Laser Medical Spa in Porter Ranch so he can examine the vessels, recommend laser or IPL treatment, and provide an individualized cost estimate.
Some blue under-eye veins can be treated with a vascular laser, but the area and vessel must first be examined. Dr. Dishakjian evaluates the vein’s position, the surrounding skin, and relevant medical history before deciding whether laser treatment is appropriate.
Nu Vela does not routinely use sclerotherapy for under-eye veins because injections in this area can carry rare but serious vascular risks. When treatment is appropriate, Dr. Dishakjian generally considers a carefully selected vascular laser instead.
The number of sessions varies with the type and extent of the vessels and how they respond. Some veins improve after one treatment, while others require staged sessions or follow-up care.
Pricing depends on the vein’s size, depth, location, the technology used, and the number of sessions expected. Nu Vela provides a personalized quote after an in-person evaluation rather than listing one price for every under-eye vein treatment.
Temporary redness, swelling, bruising, or darkening of a treated vessel can occur after facial vein treatment. Dr. Dishakjian reviews each patient’s skin type and medical history, explains potential risks, and selects treatment settings intended to protect the surrounding skin.
