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Sclerotherapy

Overview:

Sclerotherapy is a technique designed to shut down unsightly spider veins on legs, thighs, face or other body areas. Several substances can be injected to cause this effect. While providing identical results and downtime, detergents/foaming agents are generally considered painless while hypertonic saline injections are uncomfortable.

Sclerotherapy is used for the treatment of larger spider veins. It is often followed by several sclerolaser treatments which resolve extremely fine vessels that did not take to sclerotherapy.

Expected results:

Seventy percent reduction of spider veins after a series of treatments.

Preparation:

Avoidance of aspirin and ibuprofen for 10 days. Depending on the examination, ultrasound may be necessary to exclude reflux, which may hamper treatment success. If reflux is detected, a consultation with a vascular surgeon may be necessary to remove underlying varicosities.

Post treatment instructions:

Compression stockings 20-30 mmHg or higher for 6 weeks, sun avoidance for 3 months, avoidance of aspirin and ibuprofen for 3 days.

Time to desired results:

The reduction of spider veins can be seen 6 to 8 weeks after each treatment on the lower extremity; facial veins and those on the trunk usually respond faster.

Duration of desired effects:

5-7 years. After this time, our body will form new vessels, especially in genetically determined spider veins.

Limitations:

We do not perform treatments to veins on hands or on the upper or lower eyelids. Ankle veins are challenging to treat.

Contraindications:

History of bleeding or clotting disorders, diabetes, certain auto-immune disorders, pregnancy/breastfeeding, allergy to Sotrodecol or Polidocanol.

Downtime:

Up to 3 months of bruising or hyperpigmentation.

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definitely: 93.1%
probably: 6.16%
maybe: 0.58%
not likely: 0.08%
no: 0.02%

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excellent: 87.9%
very good: 10.1%
good: 1.8%
poor: 0.06%
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Overall doctor performance

excellent: 94.2%
very good: 4.89%
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The doctor listened to you attentively

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very good: 4.97%
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The doctor took time to answer your questions

excellent: 94.0%
very good: 4.66%
good: 1.27%
poor: 0.02%
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The doctor explained treatment options

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The doctor explained treatment options

excellent: 92.0%
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Front desk performance

excellent: 85.6%
very good: 10.2%
good: 3.66%
poor: 0.31%
very poor: 0.08%

Aesthetician performance

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very good: 7.61%
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Office comfort

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Parking

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very good: 14.4%
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poor: 2.49%
very poor: 0.9%

Friendliness of the staff during appointment

excellent: 90.9%
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poor: 0.05%
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Friendly, curteous service from all I was in contact with.

#12025-08-05

The ample amount of time that the dr spent talking to me

#22025-08-16

very comfortable, but classy environment. Gave the feeling that the practice was upscale and therefore service would be quality

#32011-12-22 16:04:37

I have been to a number of derm docs....often it seems as though they have you try this or that but never seem to have a clear plan as to how they will treat ALL of the issues at hand. Thank you for taking the time to address each one of my concerns.

#42025-07-23

The atmosphere was pleasent and during appointment, didnt feel judged about skin.

#52025-12-14

Staff was very friendly. The office is beautiful, organized, and very clean. I am very happy with my choice to see Dr. Ringpfeil!

#62025-07-18

I liked the friendlyness and professionalism of the staff and the MD. I was very impressed with the thorough examination I received and the way the MD explained what she found on that exam.

#72025-08-22

Everyone very freindly. That's important.

#82025-04-08

I think the doctor is very thorough in her evaluations and explanations and the staff is extremely professional and friendly. Definitely 5 star service!

#92011-09-22 13:13:46

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It was good

#12025-09-26

A follow up, even if its an email, after the apt. could help!

#22010-08-23 16:38:55

The restroom could be cleaner.

#32011-01-19 08:56:51

Shorter wait

#42025-04-12

Your rain spouts put water into the driveway to the back parking lot. As it gets colder, it will freeze and create a dangerous pathway for clients

#52010-12-13 11:23:03

All fine

#62025-05-05

Can't imagine any better first impression.

#72011-02-24 14:49:37

Couldn't be better!

#82026-01-02

let people know about opportunity for free consultation with Jill(?) when making appointment.

#92010-09-13 11:24:22

I have zero complaints--top notch service from booking of appointment to treatment to checkout.

#102011-07-26 14:19:25

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Sclerotherapy

Overview:

Expected results:

Preparation:

Post treatment instructions:

Time to desired results:

Duration of desired effects:

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Contraindications:

Downtime:

Selected Patient Questions and Answers

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PATIENT RATINGS

Would you recommend us?

Compare our service to other similar practices

Overall doctor performance

The doctor listened to you attentively

The doctor took time to answer your questions

The doctor explained treatment options

The doctor explained treatment options

Front desk performance

Aesthetician performance

Office comfort

Parking

Friendliness of the staff during appointment

What WE DID WELL

(Answers:674)

What can we do better?

(answers:373)