Atrium Vascular Associates offers spider vein sclerotherapy to treat small, visible surface veins on your legs or face that can cause cosmetic concerns or discomfort. Board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon Dr. Sydney Wong performs spider vein treatment with precision.
Reduce the Look of Small
Surface Veins
Spider vein sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment used to close small, visible veins near the skin’s surface. During the procedure, a specialized solution is carefully injected into the affected veins, causing them to collapse and fade from view. Your body naturally absorbs the treated veins over time, improving appearance and often relieving mild symptoms such as aching, burning, or heaviness. The results develop gradually over several weeks.
Why Do You Need Spider Vein Sclerotherapy?
Spider vein sclerotherapy treats small, visible veins near the skin’s surface, most commonly on the legs or face. These spider veins may develop due to genetics, hormonal factors, pregnancy, aging, or prolonged standing. While often a cosmetic concern, spider veins can sometimes be associated with aching, burning, or leg fatigue. Treatment helps reduce their appearance.
You may need spider vein sclerotherapy if:
- You feel self-conscious about visible surface veins
- You experience mild aching, burning, or heaviness in your legs
- You notice clusters of small red, blue, or purple veins on your skin
- You want a non-surgical treatment to improve the appearance of veins
- You have spider veins that persist despite lifestyle changes
Why Choose Dr. Sydney Wong?
Dr. Sydney Wong is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon with advanced training in both medical and cosmetic vein care. He performs sclerotherapy with a careful, anatomy-based approach that prioritizes natural-looking results. Dr. Wong evaluates the underlying vein health before treatment, ensuring therapy is appropriate for your veins and tailored to your symptoms, skin type, and goals.
What to Expect During Spider Vein Sclerotherapy?
During spider vein sclerotherapy, Dr. Wong cleans the treatment area and uses a fine needle to inject a specialized solution into the targeted veins. You may feel mild pressure or brief stinging as the solution causes the vein walls to close. The treated veins soon fade away as your body absorbs them. The procedure is performed in the office and usually takes 30 to 45 minutes. You can walk immediately afterward and resume most normal activities the same day.
Benefits of Spider Vein Sclerotherapy
Spider vein sclerotherapy is a proven, minimally invasive option for improving the appearance of visible surface veins.
Treatment offers several practical and aesthetic advantages, including:
- Non-surgical treatment with no incisions
- Minimal discomfort during and after treatment
- Gradual, natural-looking improvements over time
- Return to most daily activities the same day
- Treatment is tailored to your specific veins
Spider Vein Sclerotherapy FAQs
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
The number of treatments you need depends on the number, size, and location of your spider veins, as well as how your veins respond to therapy. Some patients see noticeable improvement after one session, while others benefit from a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart. Dr. Wong will carefully evaluate your veins and recommend a plan tailored to your anatomy.
When Will I See Results?
The results develop gradually. Small spider veins often begin to fade within a few weeks, while larger clusters may take a few months to fully improve. Your body naturally absorbs the treated veins over time. Dr. Wong offers realistic expectations and ongoing follow-up to ensure you understand how improvement unfolds and when additional treatment may be helpful.
Are the Results Permanent?
Treated spider veins do not recur, but new spider veins may develop due to genetics, aging, hormonal changes, or lifestyle factors. Long-term results are best supported by healthy habits, compression stockings when appropriate, and periodic follow-up visits to monitor vein health.
Schedule Your Consultation
Atrium Vascular Associates is committed to providing thoughtful, individualized vein care. Our clinic is located in Richmond Hill and serves patients throughout the Greater Toronto Area, including Toronto, Markham, Vaughan, and the surrounding communities. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Wong to discuss your spider vein sclerotherapy options.
