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Sclerotherapy Calgary
Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical injectable procedure used to treat varicose veins and spider veins (small visible veins near the surface of the skin). A sclerosing solution is injected directly into the targeted veins, causing them to gradually close and be naturally reabsorbed by the body over time.
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Because every patient's vascular condition, goals and medical history are different, sclerotherapy at our Dermapure Wildwood clinic always begins with a personalized consultation with a physician or healthcare professional. Together, you will assess whether sclerotherapy is the most appropriate option for you, evaluate the veins to be treated and discuss what a realistic treatment plan could look like, the expected results and the possible side effects, which will be reviewed in detail during your consultation. Book your personalized consultation with our team.
Meet the Doctors Who Perform Your Sclerotherapy
Dr. Natalie Watt
A graduate of the University of Calgary Medical School, Dr. Watt has spent more than 25 years in medical aesthetics, with vein health and sclerotherapy at the core of her practice. A member of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society and of the Canadian College of Family Physicians, she starts every treatment with a thorough assessment so the plan matches your vascular condition rather than a standard protocol.
Dr. Maria de Bruyn
Medical Director at our Wildwood clinic, Dr. de Bruyn earned her medical degree at the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa and trained in anaesthesiology before dedicating over 24 years to aesthetic medicine. Her sclerotherapy work reflects the same meticulous attention to detail she brings to facial treatments, with a focus on visible, well-executed results.
Dr. Martina Barton
An honours graduate of Comenius University's Medical School and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Calgary since 2008, Dr. Barton brings more than 20 years of patient care to her sclerotherapy practice. She works collaboratively, taking the time to understand each patient's preferences and to explain how vein treatment fits into their broader health picture.
Dr. Helen Qian
Dr. Qian holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences from McMaster University and a medical degree from the University of Calgary, and has practised at Dermapure Calgary since 2021. She divides her time between aesthetic medicine and hospitalist work at Rockyview General Hospital, and applies a patient-centred approach to phlebology and sclerotherapy, aiming for subtle and natural-looking improvement.
What to Expect During Your Session
Personalized assessment
During your consultation, your veins are carefully assessed to determine the source of your spider or varicose veins. A thorough evaluation helps identify the factors contributing to your condition and allows for the development of a safe, accurate, and effective treatment plan for lasting results. As with any medical consultation, current fees apply.
Pre-treatment photos
Sclerotherapy treatment
Lasting approximately 30 minutes, sclerotherapy may cause a mild stinging sensation or a feeling of warmth during the injections. These sensations are temporary and typically resolve quickly after the procedure. Because the treatment involves injecting the targeted veins, some bruising is expected and generally fades over the following weeks. To support optimal healing, compression stockings should be worn for approximately 1 to 2 weeks after treatment, as recommended by your healthcare provider. During this time, unprotected sun exposure to the treated area should be avoided until any bruising has resolved.
Follow-Up & Maintenance
At your initial consultation, the physician will determine how many treatments are required per leg. The number of sclerotherapy sessions depends on the extent of the vein disease, and the amount of medication that can be administered safely during each visit. Closure of the treated veins may be visible within several days, while the veins themselves typically fade over the following weeks to several months. Compression stockings should be worn for approximately two weeks after each treatment to promote healthy circulation and support optimal healing. Patients can return to most usual activities following treatment.
Contraindications
Sclerotherapy is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women as well as a known allergy to the sclerotic agent used. Special consideration is required in people with medical conditions that make them more vulnerable such as hypercoagulability (blood clotting), a history of a deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.
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