Vascular laser
Explore vascular laser treatment, a specialised solution for reducing visible veins, redness, and rosacea, restoring a clearer and more balanced skin tone.
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What is vascular laser treatment?
If you’re looking for a safe and highly effective way to treat redness, broken capillaries, or vascular lesions, vascular laser therapy could be the solution for you. At Neutral Bay Dermatology, we use state-of-the-art vascular lasers to precisely target and treat a wide range of blood vessel-related skin concerns with minimal downtime and excellent results. Contact us today!
Vascular laser treatment uses targeted light energy to safely and precisely treat blood vessels beneath the skin. The laser is attracted to the oxyhaemoglobin (the red pigment in blood cells), generating heat that damages the vessel walls and causes them to shrink, fade, and eventually be absorbed by the body. Healthy surrounding tissue is left untouched.
We commonly use vascular lasers to treat:
- Rosacea
- Angiomas (cherry angiomas)
- Venous lakes (dark blue lesions on lips or ears)
- Poikiloderma of Civatte (sun-damaged skin on the neck and chest)
- Hypertrophic and keloid scars
- Red birthmarks, such as port wine stains
- Spider veins and small leg veins
Your first step is a personalised consultation with one of our experienced dermatologists. We'll assess the nature of your vascular concern and determine if laser vascular treatment is right for you. In many cases, you can start treatment on the same day.
Before your session, we’ll apply a numbing cream for about an hour to ensure you're comfortable and pain-free. Treatment itself usually takes between 15 to 60 minutes, depending on the size and number of areas being treated.
To get the best possible results, preparation is key:
- Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning products for at least two weeks before your appointment.
- Arrive with clean, make-up free skin on the day of treatment.
- If your treatment area includes your legs, we recommend not applying moisturiser or shaving immediately before.
These simple steps help protect your skin and ensure the vascular laser targets only the desired areas.
Immediately after your vascular laser therapy, you might notice some redness and mild swelling, this is a sign that your body is responding exactly as it should. To soothe the area and minimise any swelling, we’ll apply an ice pack after your session.
Here’s what else to expect post-treatment:
- Apply ice packs for 5–10 minutes every hour or two for the first 24 hours.
- Sleep with your head slightly elevated if your face was treated.
- Avoid alcohol, hot showers, saunas, and strenuous exercise for the first day.
- Gently cleanse your skin as normal but skip exfoliating or harsh products until healed.
- Apply SPF50+ sunscreen daily and protect the area from the sun with hats or clothing.
Most redness and swelling settle within 1–2 days. Pigmented vessels may darken initially before fading naturally over 7–10 days.
- Reduction in redness and visible blood vessels
- Minimal discomfort and downtime
- No scarring when performed by experienced professionals
- Quick treatment sessions
- Visible improvements after just one session for some patients (although several may be needed for optimal results.
Why Choose Us for Your Vascular Laser Treatment?
At Neutral Bay Dermatology, we combine medical expertise with advanced technology to deliver safe, effective vascular laser treatments. Our dermatologists & treating practitioners have decades of combined experience in treating complex vascular skin conditions and are committed to helping you achieve healthy, radiant skin.
From your initial consultation to your final session, you'll receive personalised care every step of the way.
Who is Vascular Laser Not Recommended For?
Vascular therapy is suitable for most people.
What are the possible risks or complications of vascular laser treatments?
While vascular laser treatments are very safe when performed by qualified professionals, like any medical procedure, there are some potential risks:
- Mild redness, swelling, or a sunburn-like sensation (common and temporary)
- Bruising (purpura) that can last up to 10 days
- Rare risks like blisters, hypo- or hyperpigmentation, or infection
- Indentation risks in larger vein treatments (rare)
Your dermatologist will thoroughly assess your skin type and condition to minimise risks and maximise your results.
How Much Does Vascular Laser Treatment Cost?
The vascular laser treatment price depends on the type and size of the area being treated. As a guide, treatments start from $550. Your initial consultation with our dermatologist is $330 (with a Medicare rebate of $84 available if you have a GP referral).
We will provide a full breakdown of your vascular laser treatment cost and the number of sessions you may need during your consultation.
What does vascular laser treatment feel like?
Most patients describe the sensation as a light flick or snap against the skin, a bit like an elastic band. We do everything we can to make the experience comfortable, including the use of numbing cream. Oral analgesia can also be taken beforehand if needed.
Our Practitioners
The doctors at Neutral Bay Laser & Dermatology Clinic are highly trained medical professionals, with a caring and compassionate outlook, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results for our patients.
Dr. Terence Poon is the medical director of Neutral Bay Laser & Dermatology Clinic. He is a dermatologist and laser specialist. He has trained extensively in Australia and internationally, in the laser-responsive cosmetic aspects of dermatology.
He undertook a fellowship with Dr Jim Walter, who pioneered the use of lasers in dermatology in Australia and who founded our clinic, which was the first full time laser dermatology clinic in Sydney.
Dr Marianne Nolan has been with the clinic for over two decades and is very experienced in all aspects of laser treatments and related cosmetic procedures. Her meticulous record of safety and competence has earned her a huge following of dedicated cosmetic skin care patients, who also enjoy warm, caring manner. She trained extensively with our founder, Dr James Walter, and has attended regular training programmes and conferences in Australia, Europe and the USA. Together with Dr Walter, she is co-developer of our bespoke rejuvenation treatments, the Walter Nolan Multi-Laser Procedures.
Dr Helena Torpinski has been with our clinic for nearly two decades. Her bright and lively manner continues to ensure she is popular with our patients. Helena works as a GP in Newtown when she is not at our clinic and this adds a great breadth of knowledge and understanding to her engagement with patients. She has expertise in all forms of laser and light-based treatments and has a commitment to ongoing education, training and regular conference attendance.
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