Telangiectasia Fine Blood Vessel Removal
Telangiectasia — the medical term for fine, dilated blood vessels visible on the surface of the skin — presents as thin red or purple spider-like lines, most commonly on the face, particularly across the nose and cheeks. While medically benign, telangiectasia can cause significant cosmetic distress and is closely associated with rosacea and chronic UV exposure.
Causes of Telangiectasia
Blushing and redness from enlarged veins is a common feature of rosacea. Alcohol causes short-term vessel widening and with regular use, damaged blood vessels and facial redness can become permanent. Sun exposure is also a significant contributor — chronic UV damage weakens the vessel walls, causing permanent dilation.
Vascular Laser Treatment
Targeted vascular laser energy is absorbed selectively by oxyhaemoglobin within the blood vessel — heating and collapsing the vessel without damaging surrounding skin. Dr Sin Yong's approach is calibrated for Asian skin, where the risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation from overly aggressive settings is higher than in Caucasian skin types.
Results are typically visible after 1–3 sessions. The treated vessels fade progressively as the body reabsorbs the damaged vessel wall. Daily SPF protection is essential to prevent new vessel formation from UV exposure.