Orlando's Vascular Lesion Treatment Experts

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What is a "Vascular" Lesion?

​"Vascular" means something that is filled with blood like little red dots (otherwise known as Cherry Angiomas), veins, reddish/brownish birthmarks (like Port-wine stains). Vascular lesions are marks and areas of the skin that have a sometimes reddish, brownish, or bluish coloring to them because they have or have had blood flowing to them at one time. They can sometimes be lighter or darker in color. They can be found all over the face and body. Sometimes, people are born with them and therefore they are referred to as birthmarks. They can develop on the skin over time randomly, due to another health condition, or because of an injury to the area. 

Commonly Seen Vascular Lesions on the Skin

At Pristine Laser Center, we specialize in the relatively painless and easy removal of all types of vascular lesions utilizing the most advanced laser technologies. 

Do I have a Vascular Lesion? 

​You probably do! They are very common and usually nothing medically to worry about. Unfortunately, when they are found on the face or other commonly seen body parts, they can become cosmetically bothersome. If you have a vascular lesion you want removed, we can help! 

What are some commonly seen Vascular Lesions?

​Below are some commonly seen vascular lesions we can safely and effectively remove at Pristine Laser Center. We have successfully removed all these vascular lesions with our state-of-the-art laser technology from even the most sensitive areas of the body, including the face. We also treat other kinds of vascular lesions including red scars, bruises, venous lake, rosacea, and poikiloderma.

No downtime and virtually painless! Take a look at before and after pictures from actual Pristine Laser Center clients (no makeup or touch ups).

A Port-Wine Stain Birthmark

Port-Wine Stain Birthmark

Port-Wine Stain Birthmark is a vascular lesion which consists of both superficial and deep dilated capillaries. They look red/purple in color. It is present at birth and lasts throughout life. It occurs in roughly 0.4% of people, roughly 4 out of 1000 people.

Port-Wine stains are sharply demarcated red macules or patches. They often change color from red at birth to dark-red in adolescence and violaceous as the person gets older. The reason for the title "Port-Wine stains" is because of the purplish red color of the legion. 

​Port-Wine stains can occur anywhere on the body, but the most common site is the face and usually unilateral and segmental. They do tend to grow with the child and last throughout life.

Telangiectasia

​Telangiectasias are small dilated blood vessels that are near the surface of the skin or mucous membranes. They can measure anywhere from 0.5 and 1 millimeter in diameter. Telangiectasias are most commonly on the face: around the nose, cheeks, and chin. They can also develop on the legs, specifically on the upper thigh, below the knee, and around the ankles.
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Spider Angioma

Spider Angiomas, aka Spider nevi or spider telangiectasia are a type of telangiectasia. They are found beneath the skin, with a central red spot and red extensions that come out, making it look like a spider’s web.

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Spider Veins

Spider veins are small damaged veins that can appear on the surface of the skin, especially on the legs and face. They are usually not painful and are harmless. Some people want them removed due to cosmetic purposes though.

What Causes Spider Veins?

• Genetics: Most people with spider veins have a family history of them.
• Pregnancy: Sometimes they show up during pregnancy. Some women notice that they disappear after pregnancy, but they can become permanent. 
• Being female: Women tend to get them more often than men.
• Being older: As we age, the muscles in our lower legs may lose some of their strength resulting in Spider Veins.
• Extra body weight: Being overweight can place added pressure on leg veins causing this issue.
• Hormones: Hormonal birth control and hormonal treatments for menopause may increase the risk of spider veins.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods: Veins in the legs have to work harder when a person remains in the same position for a long time. This can cause Spider Veins to worsen.
• Old blood clots or vein damage
• Excess pressure in the face: This can be due to forceful coughing, sneezing, vomiting, or as a result of the pressures of childbirth.
• Sun damage: UV light from the sun can damage the skin and cause broken blood vessels or spider veins, especially on the face.

Actual Pristine Laser Center Client Before Laser Treatment

Actual Pristine Laser Center Client After Just 1 Laser Treatment

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Cherry Angioma
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Cherry angiomas are the most common type of cutaneous vascular lesions (angiomas) usually presenting in the 3rd or 4th decade of life. They represent abnormal proliferation of blood vessels. They originally present as red papules or macules.

​Cherry angiomas tend to grow in size and number with age. We are able to completely remove these lesions as shown below in before and after pictures of actual Pristine Laser Center clients.

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After 1 Laser Treatment at Our Office

Before and After Photo of 3 Angiomas Removed after ONE Laser Session

Before and After Photo of 5 Angiomas Removed After ONE Laser Session

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​Disclaimer: The material presented here is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice or recommendation. Please check with your physician.