Spider veins and varicose veins are common cosmetic concerns that affect millions of adults in the United States.
They’re especially noticeable during the summer when many people wear shorts, skirts, and swimsuits. However, treating them when the kids are out of school and vacation season is in full swing isn’t always easy.
That’s why many people opt to undergo vein treatments, such as sclerotherapy, during the fall. Not only is it less busy, but there’s also time for your skin to heal in anticipation of next summer.
At Zarcone Vein & Aesthetics, which serves residents of Port Washington, Staten Island, and the Gold Coast, New York, John Zarcone, MD, FACS, FACPh, RVT, regularly performs sclerotherapy on New York residents.
This article explains sclerotherapy, discusses why fall is the perfect time to undergo vein treatment, and outlines how to tell if you’re a candidate.
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure used to treat spider veins and varicose veins. It’s typically recommended for veins on the legs, but it can also treat veins in other areas, such as the arms and face.
During treatment, Dr. Zarcone injects a special solution called a sclerosing agent into specific veins. The solution irritates the lining of the targeted veins, causing them to collapse. Afterward, your blood reroutes to healthier veins, and the treated veins slowly fade away.
There are several reasons that fall is the perfect time to schedule sclerotherapy treatment:
Days are shorter during the fall and winter, so you experience less sun exposure. Since avoiding direct sunlight is one of the recommendations during sclerotherapy recovery, it’s much easier to follow Dr. Zarcone’s instructions.
After sclerotherapy, many people experience mild redness, swelling, and bruising around their treated veins. Because many people wear pants, full-length skirts, and long socks during the fall and winter, others are less likely to notice these temporary effects.
Many people undergo sclerotherapy because they’re unhappy with spider or varicose veins on the legs, hips, and buttocks. Opting for sclerotherapy now gives your treated veins time to heal by the time summer rolls back around.
The easiest way to tell if sclerotherapy is right for you is to make an appointment with Dr. Zarcone. After he assesses the size, location, and characteristics of your veins, he can determine whether sclerotherapy makes sense or if a different vein treatment would be better.
If you’re a Port Washington & Staten Island resident who feels self-conscious about spider or varicose veins, consider sclerotherapy.
To see if you’re a candidate, contact us and make an appointment. Call our office or book online today.
