LASER TATOO REMOVAL

A tattoo is a permanent form of body modification where an artist injects inks and pigments (dyes) into your skin . Tattoo removal is a procedure to remove this permanent ink from your body. Normally, your immune system works to remove foreign particles from your body, but ink particles are too big for your immune system to remove, which is why they’re permanent

FAQ

Most frequent questions and answers

Can laser completly remove tatoos

Yes, lasers can remove tattoos completely. In fact, lasers are the safest, most effective tool to remove unwanted tattoos with. However, you may need to receive several sessions before the tattoo is removed completely.

Is laser tatoo removal painful

Removing a tattoo can hurt just as much, if not more, than getting it done. 84% of the participants in a study described the pain they went through while undergoing laser tattoo removal as moderate to extreme. Pain is usually what deters people from getting their tattoos removed, however regrettable they may be.

Do tatoo removal leave scars

Though most people find that there’s little to no scarring from the process, it does happen. More frequently occurring in those with darker skin tones, scarring can come about due to a loss of pigmentation

Who shouldn't get tattoo removal?

If you have a history of skin hyper-sensitivity, scarring (keloids), skin infections such as impetigo or are prone to cold sores (herpes) then laser treatment may not be advisable.

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After Care Instructions

Immediately after laser removal treatment, there may be frosting in the area. Frosting is caused by the rapid heating of skin, which may lead to gas or plasma forming. The frosting is carbon dioxide being released from the skin. Swelling and redness are also typical right after treatment. To reduce discomfort, apply a cold compress as necessary to the area for 24 hours after the laser treatment and take Tylenol or Ibuprofen (Motrin) to reduce discomfort and inflammation. Please avoid aspirin, as it can increase the risk of bruising and/or bleeding.

Do not pick, peel, rub or scratch at the skin while it's healing. Although blisters and scabs can be a normal side effect post-treatment, many patients don’t experience them. If you do form blisters or scabs, do not pop or pick at them. It may be necessary to protect the blister during this process with a dry dressing. If the blister begins to ooze, please apply a non-stick dressing to the area, changing it twice a day until the drainage stops. Apply a small amount of Neosporin to any tears or damaged areas. If the blister becomes extremely uncomfortable, please call our office.