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TATTOO REMOVAL TREATMENT

LASER TATTOO REMOVAL

Laser tattoo removal is the only clinically-proven method of removing a tattoo without causing scarring. Advances in laser and light-based technology have revolutionized tattoo removal, using various wavelengths to target different colored pigments with relative ease and fewer complications than before.

You might consider tattoo removal if you regret a tattoo or you're unhappy with the appearance of your tattoo. Perhaps the tattoo has faded or blurred, or you decide that the tattoo doesn't fit your current image.

Tattoo removal might also be important if you develop an allergic reaction to the tattoo or other complications, such as an infection.

Tattoo removal is done after numbing that area with topical numbing medication or injection of local anesthetic agent. So the procedure is virtually painless.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Yes. Lasers are very accurate and can treat small targeted areas so you may remove only a portion of your tattoo, if desired.

The exact number of sessions that one will require is difficult to predict. The number of sessions required depends on a variety of factors, including tattoo size, color, location, age of the tattoo and amount of ink in the skin.

Most patients are able to complete their treatments with 6 to 10 sessions. However, many patients need additional treatment sessions, up to 20 sessions in some instances. Typically, treatment sessions are scheduled six to eight weeks apart.

An ice pack, antibacterial ointment and dressing may be applied to the area. The area needs to be kept clean with ongoing application of ointment, as directed by the doctor. A shower or bath the day after treatment is usually acceptable, but avoid scrubbing the treatment area. A patient can expect to wear a bandage or patch regularly for protection and quicker healing. If left uncovered, sunscreen should be used when going outside.

Yes. Certain colors respond much better to laser treatments than others. Black, red, green and dark blue are the easiest and fastest colors to remove. Alternatively, purple, brown, light orange and light blue can be more difficult to remove and may require more treatment sessions. These non-traditional ink colors may occasionally turn darker with laser treatment so treatment at a test spot is recommended before a full treatment is performed.

The depth of the tattoo and the type of ink used are additional factors that determine how easy or difficult it will be to remove your tattoo. Finally, your skin tone and healing characteristics play a role in your laser tattoo removal results. In general, it is easier to remove tattoos from patients with lighter skin tones.

Yes. Older tattoos are easier to remove than new tattoos. The ink in older tattoos is generally easier for the laser energy to break apart than fresh ink.

If an expert plastic surgeon treats you, you should not be left with any scars after your laser tattoo removal treatments. However, scarring is possible with any medical procedure. It is important to find an experienced laser doctor to decrease your risk of tattoo removal scars.