Peterborough Laser Clinic
WHAT IT DOES?
The Cuterea CoolGuide laser treatment is a safe, fast, and effective method for removal of unwanted blood vessels. It works best primarily for vessels form one to three millimeters in diameter. It is the ideal treatment for "spider veins", broken capillaries due to sun damage, unwanted veins on the face and the legs. Unlike sclerotherapy which requires injections into the veins, laser therapy is non-invasive, easily tolerated and often requires only one treatment session.
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The Cutera CoolGuide vascular laser emits a long wavelength light energy pulse, which is absorbed by the blood pigment of the targeted vessel. The destroyed blood vessels are simply reabsorbed by the body. The cooling head of the laser is applied immediately before and after the laser pulse thereby minimizing discomfort.
AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE?
Any person who cares about their appearance and is restricting their activities because of unsightly blood vessels can be helped. All skin colours can be treated but tanning should be avoided before and after treatment. Treatment over tattoos is avoided as it could cause fading.
ARE THERE ADVERSE REACTIONS
Usually there is some short term reddening over the skin in the treated area. Rarely blistering can occur. Sometimes there is a temporary increase or decrease in skin pigmentation. Occasionally bruising may happen with the treatment of larger vessels. This usually resolves within a few weeks.
IS IT PERMANENT?
No treatment can guarantee 100% removal of veins and vessels. What can be achieved with the Altus CoolGuide laser is a 70% to 90% long term reduction in the numbers of unwanted vessels of at least two years duration and often much longer.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
You will find that the fees listed below for laser removal of unwanted blood vessels using the efficient, effective, fourth-generation Altus CoolGlide™ laser are surprisingly affordable.
Fees are per treatment session, plus GST, and can be paid at the time of treatment with Interac, Visa, MasterCard, cheque or cash.
Financing Available through www.medicard.com
Consultations about laser treatment can usually be arranged within 24 hours. Simply call anytime at 705-740-1078 or 1-866-277-7698. Treatment may be scheduled for the same day as the consultation if there is a time slot available if convenient for you, or may be scheduled for a later date.
FACE TORSO: UPPER LIMBS: $50-250 Additional "touchup treatments" on small, persistent areas Fees subject to change without notice Please feel free to enquire about other areas not listed. OHIP will not pay for Cutera CoolGlide™ laser removal of blood vessels. Consultations are free. Most private insurance companies do not offer reimbursement for "cosmetic" procedures like laser removal of blood vessels; however, consult your insurance carrier for more information. |
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The removal of unwanted blood vessels for the management of congenital, disease-related or drug-related telangiectasia may be covered by some private insurance plans. There will be an additional charge for any paperwork we have to do if you are trying to get reimbursed by your private insurance plan.
Like fees paid to physicians for other medical services, fees for laser removal of blood vessels, laser hair removal, BOTOX® and Restylane™ treatments may be tax deductible medical expenses (similar to dental, orthodontic and cosmetic surgery bills.
Please call the Peterborough Laser Clinic at 705-740-1078 or 1-866-277-7698 if you have questions about laser removal of unwanted blood vessels, or to arrange a prompt, confidential laser consultation and treatment. No referral is needed for non-OHIP consultations and treatments.
Gift Certificates Available Financing Available through www.medicard.com |
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| Peterborough Phone: 705-740-1078 |
Phone: 905-377-8409 |
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