Varicose Veins
What are varicose veins?
Varicose veins are usually found in the legs and are enlarged with bulging above the skin due to a pooling of blood in the veins. The twisted bulging of leg veins causes discomfort and embarrassment.
Who gets varicose veins and why?
If you have varicose veins, don't think you're alone. In fact, tens of millions of people - up to 40% of women and 25% of men suffer from this condition.
What are the treatment options for varicose veins?
Surgical "vein stripping" is no longer needed to treat most varicose veins. Dr. Reger, M.D. can advise you of your treatment options including the endovenous laser procedure, sclerotherapy or other treatment which is best for you during a physician consultation.
Will Insurance cover the treatment?
Insurance coverage varies. Most insurance companies typically cover large varicose veins, which are causing problems.“Spider” veins and uncomplicated varicose veins are not covered. And some insurance companies may require wearing medical grade hose for a period of time. We request payment at the time of service and accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express, CareCredit card, check and cash for your convenience.
How does Botox injection work?
Botox blocks the nerve impulses to the tiny facial muscles causing them to relax and soften fine wrinkles. Results typically last for three to four months.
What are some of the uses of Botox?
Botox is used to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles including frown lines, crow's feet and forehead wrinkles.
Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane (Skin Fillers)
How do Restylane injections work?
Skin Fillers are used to restore fullness to the skin to correct skin creases, wrinkles, and indented scaring usually in the face. It can also restore shape and fullness to the lips. Skin Fillers come from non-animal stabilized Hyaluronic Acid, last about 6 months to 1 year and there is no need for skin testing.
Radiesse
How does Radiesse work?
Radiesse is another skin filler also used to restore fullness to the skin to restore a natural youthful look and correct small lines, Nasolabial fold, and wrinkles around the nose and mouth.
Radiesse is made of unique calcium-based micro spheres suspended in gel. It is also used to restore youthfulness and fullness to hand. The treatment lasts 12-18 months and there is no need for skin testing. |