Thread Vein Removal
Almost half of adults in Ireland experience thread veins. But help is at hand for you.
- What is it? A laser treatment for the removal of thread veins.
- How does it work? Our Nd:Yag Laser produces a specialised light that is absorbed by blood in the targeted veins, causing the thread vein to disappear.
- How much does it cost? From €90.
Thread veins are dilated blood vessels that often appear around the thighs, calves and ankles. They also appear less frequently on the face, neck or chest.
Thread veins are also known as spider veins because their pattern extends in a spidery scrawl across the affected area. This means they can look unsightly, cause some discomfort and even force you to limit your exposure to sunlight.
Around half of adults in Ireland have thread veins in some form or another, and women are more likely than men to get them. There’s probably little you could have done to avoid them, as they’re believed to be partly hereditary. But that doesn't mean you can't treat them.
How we treat thread veins
Fortunately, we can help you get rid of thread veins using a painless laser treatment.
Depending on the severity of the condition, there are various treatments available to you at Dundrum Clinic. For larger thread veins, the most effective treatment is through our specialised laser treatment system. The laser emits a light which causes each thread vein to break up and disappear.
Whether you’re suffering from thread veins, broken veins, red veins or dilated capillaries, we have the technology at our Dublin clinic to treat them.
Frequently asked questions
Thread veins, also known as varicose veins or spider veins, are swollen and enlarged veins that have become visible on the surface of your skin. They're often blue or dark purple.
Thread veins are more common if you are:
- female
- overweight
- of an older age
- pregnant
Since they're partly hereditary, you might also be at an increased risk if you have family members who experience them.
Our Nd:Yag Laser works by producing a specialised light that is absorbed by blood in the targeted veins. This causes the thread vein to disappear. The choice of which technology we use is dependent on the size of the thread veins to be treated.
Thread vein removal feels like quick, sharp bursts of heat on your skin. However it's not very painful, and afterwards you can get back to your normal activities.
You should notice an improvement in your condition within a few weeks. However, it may take up to 12 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.
Very occasionally, clients experience bruising around the treated area. This usually only lasts for a few hours, but in some rare cases bruising persists for a day or two.
If your skin has a tendency to develop broken veins, it’s possible they may return after the treatment. This is more likely in delicate but exposed areas such as the nose. If you do have fragile skin, you may need a top-up treatment roughly once every six months.
Your ongoing skincare routine is a vital part of the treatment’s success. We’ll advise you on how to reduce the chances of further damage in the future.
Prices vary according to the size of the area to be treated and the size of the thread veins within the area.
- Small area: €90
- Medium area: €140
- Large area: €200
For an accurate quote, get in touch to book your initial consultation at our clinic in Dublin. It costs €30, which is deducted from the price of the treatment should you decide to go ahead with it.
