Spider veins are formed by the dilatation of a small group of vessels located superficially in the skin, are small in diameter and bright red in color.
Inheritance, pregnancy and hormonal changes favor the appearance of the spider veins, while factors such as heat and sunlight aggravate them. Other causes of spider veins are rosacea and the systemic use of corticosteroids.
The incidence of spider veins is two to three times higher in women than in men. It is estimated that 50% of Greek women develop spider veins at some point in their body.
Professor Kakagia uses a combination of innovative methods to completely eliminate the spider veins in the face, neck and bust. Combined Laser Systems are used to eliminate thin red spider veins and diffuse redness, leaving the rest of healthy skin intact.
The treatment does not require anaesthesia and is completed, depending on the extent and severity of the problem, in 3-6 ten-minute sessions, with a 4-6 weeks interval.