Enquire Now What is Short Wave Diathermy?
Short Wave Diathermy is a safe, comfortable and effective procedure that removes facial thread veins and unsightly blemishes.

Put simply, Diathermy is a heat treatment that closes the broken blood capillaries which cause thread veins and blemishes. The procedure can be used to treat:

Facial thread veins – the permanently dilated capillaries commonly seen on a maturing ‘English rose’ complexion; and caused by anything from smoking to pregnancy or harsh weather exposure.
Blood spots – slightly raised, bright red blemishes just under the skin’s surface; usually on the torso.
Skin tags – these often appear on the face and neck and vary in size from smaller than a grain of rice to a pea or larger.
Milia – the tiny, hard white lumps just under the skin, often around the eyes.
Warts – there are various types, all of which can be easily and successfully treated.
Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra – a common adolescent disorder on black skin; identified by smooth, dome-shaped papules on the cheeks, neck and upper chest.
Moles – written agreement from a GP is required before treatment, which may reduce the mole in size and colour. Repeat treatments are needed.

What does the treatment involve?
First, local anaesthetic is applied to numb the skin. Then we use a fine, hair-like needle to conduct a small electric current which heats up the blood in the veins and seals it shut. After treatment the skin will be pink from the heat and may also be a little puffy in areas, although this will settle in a few hours. On day two or three, tiny scabs may form but over the next few days everything should have settled down.

While the veins disappear immediately, they are still healing and the final results will only be seen after 4-6 weeks. The process can be repeated at this point if necessary. It’s a good idea to wear sunscreen in the summer months.

Is there anything else I need to know?
Your happiness and satisfaction is of paramount importance to us. After treatment you will be given a 24 hour contact telephone number so you can get in touch with your practitioner at any time should you have any worries or concerns

What should I do next?
Call us to arrange a free half hour consultation with our Clinical Director to discuss your requirements and the most suitable procedures given your medical history and the results you’re looking for.

Call 01253 725 777 or book online here.

Advanced Cosmetic Procedures Effective removal of skin disorders and blemishes
Thread Veins		Milia		Skin Tags		Blood Spots
Plane Warts		Seborrhoeic Warts		Common Warts		Age Spots
Advanced Cosmetic Procedure (ACP) treatments using electrolysis are becoming increasingly popular as knowledge about these fantastic treatments increases. A wide diversity of skin blemishes can be quickly and easily treated with immediate and effective results offering an eventual blemish free smooth skin. Allow your skin specialist to care and support you in a practical sense by removing any unsightly skin blemishes that may have affected your confidence and well being recently or throughout your life. As far back as the early 1900's electrolysis was being used for the treatment of port-wine marks, broken capillaries, spider naevi, warts and even xanthoma (yellow pigmented spots or plates found on the eyelids). Today it has progressed a long way and with ongoing improvements and modern technology it is a safe, comfortable and effective treatment still very much in demand with the clients of today.
Facial Thread Veins These are not broken capillaries but rather permanently dilated capillaries. They have very thin walls which constantly dilate and constrict. As we age, these vessels lose their elasticity and can become permanently dilated. There are numerous causes including: ageing, hereditary pregnancy, the rubbing of spectacles, smoking, energetic sports, temperature extremes and harsh weather exposure, hormones and skin fragility. They are commonly seen in a maturing 'English rose' complexion.
Blood Spots These are bright red vascular blemishes which lie just under the surface of the skin. They are dome shaped or slightly raised and are frequently found on the midriff, back or front. Most people aged over 30 have at least one and they are even more common in men than women.
Spider Naevus A Spider Naevus is a central dilated blood vessel, with smaller capillaries radiating from it like the legs of a spider They can be found in isolation 0'" gathered together in clumps on areas such as the cheeks.
Skin Tags Skin Tags are very common and most frequently found on the neck and face. They often appear with a neck like a mushroom and vary in size from a tiny speck, smaller than a grain of uncooked rice, to the size of a large pea or even larger They are often found in areas of friction such as the underarm, groin, under the breasts or around the neck where necklaces may irritate.
Milia These are tiny white hard lumps containing keratin which lie superficially under the surface of the skin and can be easily treated with ACP techniques. Their exact cause is unknown although they are often associated with dry skin which can be acidic.
Warts There are various types of warts, including plane, common, seborrhoeic and verrucas. All can be easily and successfully treated. Warts can develop individually or in clusters, Seborrhoeic warts become more common with increasiog age and can grow up to two inches across.
Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra Is a common popular disorder which develops in adolescence on black skin and is identified by smooth, dome shaped, brown to black papules seen mainly on the cheeks, neck and upper chest
Moles Hairs from moles (and moles themselves) can be treated by those trained in ACP techniques. Once treatment has started the mole may reduce in size and colour Hairs in moles are generally deep terminal hairs with a very rich blood supply. Repeat treatments, as with electrical epilation are required. Ask your skin specialist for advice about electrolysis for many other treatable skin conditions such as: sebaceous cysts, age spots, xanthelasma and other blemishes.
Your questions answered What actually happens in advanced electrolysis? The tip of the finest, smallest probe possible (about the size of an eyelash) is introduced along the line of the capillary and a tiny energy current is discharged. This “dries up” and destroys the vessel which often disappears as it is being treated. Further treatments may be necessary depending on the severity of the problem. In the case of skin tags the current destroys the vessels 'feeding' the blemish 'starving' it of nourishment resulting in its eventual demise. Will my blemishes return? The treated blemish will not return but others may occur' depending on the root cause. Your skin specialist will advise you during consultation How long does it take and how many treatments will I require? ACP treatments are safe and effective and offer instantaneous results in many cases. Length of treatment very much depends on the problem and your skin specialist will advise you of this although it is difficult to state a definitive time. The area worked on must not be over treated and your skin reactivity will be taken into account. Spacing technique and treatment intervals will be carefully considered in a treatment plan by the professional as well as taking into account your requirements, needs and wishes. Mixing electrolysis methods The method chosen is a decision the skin specialist will make and will be determined by the blemish(es), condition of the skin, client compatibility and equipment How much does it cost? You pay for the length of time you are treated with a minimum of 15 minutes. The price varies depending on the clinic. area and equipment. The skin specialist will be pleased to offer you a consultation and price estimate.

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