Vein treatments have come a long way in recent years. However, the advances that have occurred do not diminish the value of good old-fashioned sclerotherapy. This safe and effective procedure is still commonly performed to decrease or eliminate visible spider veins and varicose veins. If you have visible or painful veins that you’d like to […]
Varicose veins are a common problem that occurs when the valves that push blood upward through veins in the legs grow weak. These are the veins that look swollen and twisted. At first, they may only look like a small bulge on the skin. The bulging happens in the area where blood is pooling. In […]
We tend to give so much attention to the face, midsection, and the thighs that we overlook the role that the arms play in the overall appearance of the body. The backs of the arms are particularly challenging. Not only are some people more prone to storing fat here but the backs of the arms […]
No one likes it when they see varicose veins popping up on their legs. These ropy, bulging veins aren’t just unattractive, they can be downright painful. If you have varicose veins, you may also have leg cramps, aching, or throbbing pain. The skin over affected veins may itch or may look discolored. If your varicose […]
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons tells us that liposuction is the second most popular procedure performed each year. When we think about this fat-reducing surgery, however, we usually think of areas of the body we like to show off during the summertime; areas like the thighs, hips, and abdomen. These are areas of the […]
Blood circulation is something we expect to occur naturally. For many people, circulation, especially through the legs, becomes a problem. This could result from diabetes, obesity, and a variety of other factors. When the flow of blood is disrupted, the body provides numerous clues. If you experience any of the following, you may want to […]
Lines and wrinkles are to be expected at some point. Some of the creases that form on the face may not feel as bothersome as others. Frown lines typically fall into the category of being highly frustrating. Frown lines don’t just age the face, they make us look angry or more serious than we truly […]
In the world of aesthetic medicine, there seems to be a solution for nearly every problem we face. As far as nonsurgical treatments go, the new wave of beauty began with the development of Botox. Initially, Botox was used to reduce the appearance of frown lines. Then, doctors began using it in other areas, such […]
Most people recognize varicose veins for their unpleasant cosmetic appearance. There’s more to these poorly-functioning veins, though. When varicose veins grow more distended, their swelling and twisting can lead to leg fatigue, cramping, itching, burning, and discoloration. At some point, treatment should be considered to alleviate discomfort. In our Los Angeles vein clinic, we offer […]
Spider veins are the super-thin but all-too-obvious veins that develop on your face, legs, chest, or in other areas. Whether your spider veins are blue, red, or purple in color, it’s definitely not the look you want. The main questions that many patients have are “Why do I have spider veins?” and “How can I […]
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