Facial Veins

What causes facial veins?

Both spider veins and bulging veins can appear on the face and they are often caused by different reasons than elsewhere on the body.

The most common reason for spider veins or broken capillaries to develop on the nose and cheeks is aging, but sun exposure, alcohol consumption, and even pressure from common activities can cause reddish, branching veins to appear.

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From begining to end everyone was so polite and professional. It seemed as if everyone loved their job. Dr. Chris Malone was patient in explaining everything to me regarding vein disease and treatment options.

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"I called Athens Vein to get a second opinion after I was unsure about the procedure another place was going to do. They answered my questions and I scheduled an appointment. I had the varicose vein ablation procedure done today and everything went very smooth and easy. The staff are very patient and answered all of my questions."

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We work with most of the major insurance carriers, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Our patients often find treatment of vein disease is typically covered by their insurance plans.

Meet Your Care Team

There are other vein clinics, but few are like
Athens Vein & Aesthetics.

Every member of the staff at Athens Vein & Aesthetics wants you to be healthy, happy, confident, and ultimately delighted with your results and appearance.

Doctor-Chris-Malone

Chris E. Malone

MD, FACS

Meredith-Barrett

Meredith Barrett

Medical Assistant / Marketing Coordinator

Kelley-Gamboa

Kelley Gamboa

RN, BSN

Daniela-Linares

Daniela Linares

Front Desk Coordinator

Penny-Malone

Penny Malone

Practice Administrator

Andrew-Murphy

Andrew Murphy

Assistant Practice Administrator

Edwina-Taylor

Edwina Taylor

RDCS, RVT

Tabatha-Thompson

Tabatha Thomson

Clerical Manager

Whitney-Weaver

Whitney Weaver

Clinical Manager/RN, BSN

Dr. Malone

Dr. Chris Malone

Bulging facial veins, unless accompanied by discomfort, are typically also considered cosmetic in nature. However, in some cases, they can be a symptom of high blood pressure or heart disease.”

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Varicose Veins

Varicose Veins

Any vein may become varicose, but the veins most commonly affected are those in your legs and feet.

Facial Veins

Facial Veins

Spider veins and broken capillaries may appear anywhere on the face, typically around the nose or under the eyes.

Spider Veins

Spider Veins

Spider veins are found closer to the skin’s surface and are often red or blue.

Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Occurs when the leg veins do not allow blood to travel back to the heart.

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Occurs when a blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins in your body, usually in your legs

Venous Stasis Ulcers

Venous Stasis Ulcers

Wounds that are thought to occur due to improper functioning of venous valves, usually of the legs.

Lymphedema

Lymphedema

Lymphedema occurs when the lymph system is damaged or blocked.

Vulvar Veins

Vulvar Veins

Usually caused by pregnancy and occur in approximately 10% of pregnant women.

Hand Veins

Hand Veins

Large bulging veins on the back of our hands occur with age as our skin relaxes and thins.

Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless Leg Syndrome

A disorder of the peripheral nervous system that causes an urge to move the legs.

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