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PhotodermŽVL
Treatment for Blood Vessels and Spider Veins
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for all individuals
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What
is PhotoDermŽVL ?
What does it do ?
How does PhotodermŽ
VL work ?
Can all types of leg veins be treated ?
Will treatment hurt ?
Are there side effects ?
How many treatments are required ?
Will insurance cover my treatment ?
Are there any restrictions on my activity after treatment
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Is PhotoDermŽVL better than other treatment methods ?
What
is PhotodermŽVL ?
PhotoDermŽVL is a non-invasive medical technology that uses light
therapy to eliminate varicose veins, spider veins on the legs and face,
as well as other vascular conditions.
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What
does it do ?
PhotoDermŽVL safely eliminates unattractive veins without injections
or surgery.
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How
does PhotoDermŽVL work ?
PhotoDermŽVL generates intense pulsed light which safely destroys
unsightly visible veins so they fade and slowly disappear. Treatment is
applied by placing a hand-held treatment unit on your skin and applying
gentle laser pulses to the area..
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Can
all types of leg veins be treated ?
Dr. Rapaport can determine if your condition is suitable for PhotoDermŽVL
treatments. This may require a consultation visit.
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Will
treatment hurt ?
Since PhotoDermŽVL uses light rather than needles or incisions, treatment
feel like a pinch or a snap of an elastic band. Dr. Rapaport's patients
generally don't need local anesthesia or pain medication. Back to Top
Are
there side effects ?
You may experience some side effects which generally last only a short
time. This may include slight reddening of the skin or local swelling
which goes away within a few days. In rare instances there may me transitory
blistering or burning. Longer lasting side effects may include temporary
changes in skin color which last up to several months.Back to Top
How
many treatments are required ?
Usually, 4-6 treatments are required, depending on the severity and
density of veins. Each session generally lasts 15-20 minutes. Back
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Will
insurance cover my treatment ?
Insurance companies usually do not cover treatments of cosmetic
nature. Dr. Rapaport's staft can inquire your insurance carrier if there
is a medical problem. Back to Top
Are
there restrictions on my activity after treatment ?
Most of Dr. Rapaport's patients return to work the same day
and resume all regular activities. You should limit exposure to the sun,
which is always a good idea. Back to Top
Is
PhotoDermŽVL better than other treatment methods ?
PhotoDermŽVL uses innovative patented technology that allows
Dr. Rapaport to customize the treatment specifically for your skin type
and the size and depth of your leg veins. This flexible interactive approach
is a benefit which can not be achieved with most non-invasive method currently
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