{"id":89,"date":"2026-03-23T22:57:46","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T22:57:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chriscaterine.com\/laserit\/services\/sclerotherapy\/"},"modified":"2026-03-23T22:57:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T22:57:46","slug":"sclerotherapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chriscaterine.com\/laserit\/services\/sclerotherapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Sclerotherapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"89\" class=\"elementor elementor-89 elementor-bc-flex-widget\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000001 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"lf000001\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000002 e-con-boxed e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"lf000002\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000003 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"lf000003\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"text-align:center;padding:10px 0\"><p class=\"la-eyebrow\">Vein Treatments<\/p><h1 style=\"color:#fff;font-family:'Cormorant Garamond',serif;font-size:2.4rem;font-weight:500;margin:8px 0\">Sclerotherapy<\/h1><p style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,.6);font-size:.95rem;margin:0\">Cosmetic Medical Centre &middot; Burlington, ON<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000004 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"lf000004\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000005 e-con-boxed e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"lf000005\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000006 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"lf000006\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"la-section-title\">Sclerotherapy<\/h2><span class=\"la-gold-bar\"><\/span><p class=\"la-intro-text\">Sclerotherapy is a proven, minimally invasive procedure for eliminating spider veins and small varicose veins. A specialized sclerosing agent is injected precisely into the affected vein, causing it to gradually fade and disappear over several weeks. Virtually painless, no anesthesia required, and no downtime.<\/p><div class=\"la-benefits-grid\"><div class=\"la-benefit\">~80% improvement<\/div><div class=\"la-benefit\">Virtually painless<\/div><div class=\"la-benefit\">No surgery or anesthesia<\/div><div class=\"la-benefit\">Minimal side effects<\/div><div class=\"la-benefit\">Swift recovery<\/div><div class=\"la-benefit\">Medically performed<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000007 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"lf000007\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000008 e-con-boxed e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"lf000008\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-lf000009 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"lf000009\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"la-accordion-wrap\"><details class=\"la-acc\"><summary>What Are Spider Veins?<\/summary><div class=\"la-acc-body\"><p>Spider veins (telangiectasias) are clusters of tiny blood vessels close to the skin surface, appearing as red, blue, or purple lines \u2014 commonly found on the legs and face. While harmless, they cause cosmetic concerns for many people. Sclerotherapy offers a proven solution for achieving smoother, vein-free skin.<\/p><\/div><\/details><details class=\"la-acc\"><summary>How Sclerotherapy Works<\/summary><div class=\"la-acc-body\"><p>A specialized sclerosing agent is injected directly into the spider vein. The agent causes the vessel walls to swell and stick together, sealing off the vein. Over several weeks, the treated vessel fades \u2014 often becoming barely visible or disappearing completely.<\/p><p>The procedure is <strong>virtually painless<\/strong> with no anesthesia required. All injections are performed by qualified medical staff under the supervision of Dr. McDonald.<\/p><p>You can expect approximately <strong>80% improvement<\/strong> in treated vessels. The number of sessions depends on severity \u2014 a personalized assessment is given at your complimentary consultation.<\/p><\/div><\/details><details class=\"la-acc\"><summary>Benefits<\/summary><div class=\"la-acc-body\"><ul><li><strong>Non-surgical<\/strong> \u2014 no incisions required<\/li><li><strong>Virtually painless<\/strong> \u2014 no anesthesia needed<\/li><li><strong>Minimal side effects<\/strong> \u2014 temporary bruising or swelling that resolves quickly<\/li><li><strong>Swift recovery<\/strong> \u2014 return to daily activities same day<\/li><li><strong>~80% vein reduction<\/strong> in treated areas<\/li><li><strong>Medically performed<\/strong> \u2014 all treatments by qualified staff<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/details><details class=\"la-acc\"><summary>Recovery & What to Expect<\/summary><div class=\"la-acc-body\"><p>You can walk and resume normal activities immediately. Avoid strenuous exercise for a few days. Compression stockings worn for 1\u20133 weeks post-treatment are often recommended.<\/p><p>Small spider veins show improvement within 3\u20136 weeks. Larger veins may take 3\u20134 months. Most clients require 2\u20134 sessions.<\/p><\/div><\/details><details class=\"la-acc\"><summary>Frequently Asked Questions<\/summary><div class=\"la-acc-body\"><h4>How many sessions are needed?<\/h4><p>2\u20134 sessions on average. Some clients see improvement after one session.<\/p><h4>Is it painful?<\/h4><p>Most clients feel mild stinging at injection sites. No anesthesia required.<\/p><h4>Can it be combined with Laser Vein Therapy?<\/h4><p>Yes \u2014 the two treatments often complement each other for maximum results. Your nurse will advise at consultation.<\/p><h4>When will I see results?<\/h4><p>Small spider veins: 3\u20136 weeks. Larger veins: 3\u20134 months. Multiple sessions may be needed.<\/p><\/div><\/details><\/div><p style=\"font-size:.82rem;color:#9ca3af;border-top:1px solid #e5e2db;padding-top:10px;margin-top:10px\"><em>This page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. 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