The Cutera CoolGlide features a unique design and long wavelength that allows treatment of patients of all skin tones. Your physician will advise you if CoolGlide Vein Therapy is right for you.

The Cutera CoolGlide can remove unsightly veins from all parts of the body. Small, facial veins (or “telangiectasia”) can be treated quickly without bruising or complication. Spider veins and large blue leg veins can also be treated with excellent results. Knotty varicose veins are not good candidates. A careful evaluation with your physician will help you determine which vessels can be treated and the best course of treatment.

Your doctor will advise you on the best course of action, but many physicians and patients prefer CoolGlide Vein Therapy because there are no painful injections.

Often, patients find that one or two treatments are sufficient. However, the treatments necessary depends on the extent and severity of the problem area being treated. The Doctor will assess and advise you at the consult.

Most patients experience a stinging sensation as the pulses of energy are delivered through the hand-piece. Although no local anes­thesia or pain medication is typically required, many patients opt to use a topical anesthetic prior to treatment. Following the treat­ment, the pain is minimal to nonexistent.

Following your treatment, some redness or bruising may occur. When larger veins are treated, a tan or brownish pigment may persist  following treatment. Patients who have leg vein treatments are advised to wear compression stockings after the treatment.

Although many patients report few if any side effects, those most com­monly noticed are slight reddening and local swelling of the skin. These effects typically are short lived. Some patients may experience bruising and, in rare instances, blistering may occur. Consult with your medical professional for complete information on the benefits and risks of treatment.

Patients generally resume most normal activities immediately. However, it is recommended that you avoid vigorous activities such as strenuous exercise immediately after treatment. The use of sunscreen is recommended on any treated areas exposed to the sun. As always, it is a good idea to limit your sun exposure.

Most patients find that the majority of the treated veins have shown significant improvement after the treatment. However, individual results may vary. It is possible for new veins to appear, but these too can be removed with the Cutera CoolGlide.

Blood blisters or “hemangiomas” respond very well to CoolGlide Vein Therapy, usually with just one treatment. Patients with port wine stains and other vascular lesions who had given up on finding a solution have been overwhelmed by the success of their CoolGlide vascular treatments. Consult your physician for a thorough evaluation.