Can spider veins on the legs be treated with laser in Sydney?

Yes. At 99 Medispa Sydney, we treat leg spider veins using the Fotona Nd:YAG laser, which is the gold standard for vascular lesion treatment. The 1064nm wavelength penetrates deep enough to effectively collapse spider veins on the legs. Most patients require 1-3 sessions, with treated veins fading over 2-6 weeks as the body reabsorbs them.

How does laser treatment for broken capillaries work?

At 99 Medispa Sydney, the Fotona Nd:YAG laser delivers a precise beam of light that is absorbed by haemoglobin in the dilated capillary. This heats the vessel wall, causing it to collapse and seal shut. The body then naturally reabsorbs the treated vessel over 2-6 weeks. The surrounding skin is not damaged because the laser energy is selectively absorbed by the blood vessel.

Is vascular laser treatment painful?

Most patients at 99 Medispa Sydney describe the sensation as a brief, sharp snapping feeling as each vessel is treated. Facial capillary treatment is generally well-tolerated. Leg vein treatment may be slightly more uncomfortable due to the deeper vessels. Sessions are typically short (15-30 minutes), and no anaesthesia is required.

Will spider veins come back after treatment?

Once a spider vein or capillary is treated and reabsorbed at 99 Medispa Sydney, that specific vessel is permanently removed. However, the underlying factors that caused the original veins (genetics, sun exposure, hormones, standing) can cause new veins to develop over time. Many patients return for annual maintenance sessions to address any new vessels.

How quickly will I see results from vascular laser treatment?

At 99 Medispa Sydney, small facial capillaries often show immediate improvement after Fotona Nd:YAG laser treatment. Larger spider veins take 2-6 weeks to fully fade as the body reabsorbs the collapsed vessel. Some veins may darken temporarily before fading. Most patients achieve their desired result within 1-3 sessions.

Concern

Spider Veins
& Broken Capillaries

Visible veins on the face and legs are among the most common vascular concerns. Fotona's Nd:YAG laser precisely targets these vessels, collapsing them without damaging surrounding tissue.

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Results

Before and after facial capillary treatment with Fotona Nd:YAG laser — eye area

Before and after spider vein treatment with Fotona Nd:YAG laser — cheek

Before and after broken capillary treatment with Fotona Nd:YAG laser — nose

Before & after images courtesy of Fotona® (fotona.com). Used with permission as an authorised Fotona supplier.

Our Promise

We treat until they're gone — that's our commitment.

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Understanding the Concern

What Causes Visible Veins & Capillaries

Spider veins (telangiectasia) are dilated superficial blood vessels, typically 0.5-1mm in diameter, that become visible through the skin. On the legs, they often appear as red, blue, or purple clusters in a web-like pattern. They develop when the one-way valves in small veins weaken, allowing blood to pool and the vessel to expand permanently.

Broken capillaries (facial telangiectasia) appear on the face — particularly around the nose, cheeks, and chin — as fine red or purple lines. Despite the name, these capillaries are not actually "broken" but rather permanently dilated. Triggers include sun damage, rosacea, alcohol consumption, temperature extremes, hormonal changes, and genetic predisposition.

Risk factors include prolonged standing (leg veins), family history, pregnancy, hormonal changes, sun exposure (facial capillaries), and rosacea. While spider veins and broken capillaries are primarily cosmetic concerns, they can occasionally indicate underlying venous insufficiency in the legs.

Why Treatment Matters

Visible Veins Do Not Resolve on Their Own

Once a vein or capillary has permanently dilated, it will not return to its normal size. Without treatment, spider veins tend to increase in number and visibility over time. Sun exposure accelerates the development of facial capillaries, and hormonal changes (pregnancy, menopause) often trigger new ones.

The good news is that vascular laser treatment is one of the most predictable and effective aesthetic procedures. Once a treated vessel is collapsed and reabsorbed by the body, it is permanently removed.

Treatment Comparison

Vascular Treatments Compared

Fotona Nd:YAG

1064nm Nd:YAG laserDermal blood vessels

Sclerotherapy

Sclerosant injectionSpider veins (legs)

Sclerotherapy involves injecting a chemical solution (sclerosant) directly into spider veins using a fine needle. The solution irritates the vessel lining, causing it to swell, stick together, and eventually be reabsorbed. It is considered the gold standard for leg spider veins larger than 1mm and is often used alongside laser for comprehensive treatment. Compression stockings are worn for 1-2 weeks afterward.

IPL

Intense pulsed lightSuperficial vessels

Thermocoagulation

Radiofrequency micro-currentSuperficial capillaries

Thermocoagulation (e.g., VeinGogh) uses a fine needle to deliver radiofrequency energy directly into tiny capillaries, instantly coagulating them. It is effective for very fine telangiectasia on the face, particularly around the nose. However, it treats one vessel at a time and is impractical for larger or deeper veins.

Your Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

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Your consultation includes an assessment of your visible veins, their type and depth, and a personalised treatment plan. We will explain exactly what to expect during and after treatment.

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Location

Sydney, NSW

Technology

Fotona Nd:YAG

Sessions

1-3 Typical

Consultation

Complimentary

We treat until they're gone — that's our commitment.

What Causes Visible Veins & Capillaries

Visible Veins Do Not Resolve on Their Own

Vascular Treatments Compared

Fotona Nd:YAG

Sclerotherapy

IPL

Thermocoagulation

Frequently Asked Questions

Can spider veins on the legs be treated with laser in Sydney?

How does laser treatment for broken capillaries work?

Is vascular laser treatment painful?

Will spider veins come back after treatment?

How quickly will I see results from vascular laser treatment?

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