How are tattoos removed?
Q-switched lasers are used at Laser Tattoo Removal Clinic and are effective and safe. Earlier methods involved the use of dermabrasion, salibrasion, surgery etc, but these methods left behind scarring or lighter skin in place of the tattoo. Also commonly seen on the internet are tattoo removal creams—which do not work.
How much will it cost?
Laser tattoo removal cost is expensive, but the cost is decreasing gradually. Many clinics like the Tattoo Laser Removal Clinic in San Diego, CA charges from $250 to $1000 per laser treatment. Many clinics give discounts for active military, more then one tattoo being treated at a time, referrals, and regular patients.
Is the process painful?
The laser emits light in very short flashes called pulses. The impact of the pulse is described as a snap of rubber band. Many clinics offer injectable or topical numbing so you may feel minimal or no pain at all.
Will I have a scar?
The chance of scarring is less then 5%, if you follow the after care instructions. The risk of scarring can increase for pregnancy, dark skin tone, poor circulation, immune system deficiencies, taking Accutaine, some health conditions, taking certain medications, or having a history of keloids or elevated scarring.
How many treatments will it take to remove my tattoo?
Old tattoos which have only a single pigment can be removed easily after about 4-6 sessions. New tattoos, professional tattoos, and tattoos with a lot of pigment or different colors typically require several more (average can be anywhere between 8 and 20 sessions, depending on depth location and and how much ink).
Do all colors of ink disappear equally as well?
No, but black ink disappears the best. Red, orange, pink, and warmer colors respond well. Purple and yellow is variable but usually disappears well. White, flesh tones, and permanent make-up can turn darker with laser, and must be tested before treatment. Also it depends upon the type of ink. It is very important to know that over 100 types of tattoo inks are used today and none of them are regulated by the FDA. Without standardized inks it makes it difficult to predict the degree of removal of any tattoo.
What type of after care is necessary?
A healing ointment and a bandage should be applied to the area. The treated site should be kept clean and dry that day, and out of the sun. A shower can be taken the next day, and the site should not be scrubbed.
Q-switched lasers are used at Laser Tattoo Removal Clinic and are effective and safe. Earlier methods involved the use of dermabrasion, salibrasion, surgery etc, but these methods left behind scarring or lighter skin in place of the tattoo. Also commonly seen on the internet are tattoo removal creams—which do not work.
How much will it cost?
Laser tattoo removal cost is expensive, but the cost is decreasing gradually. Many clinics like the Tattoo Laser Removal Clinic in San Diego, CA charges from $250 to $1000 per laser treatment. Many clinics give discounts for active military, more then one tattoo being treated at a time, referrals, and regular patients.
Is the process painful?
The laser emits light in very short flashes called pulses. The impact of the pulse is described as a snap of rubber band. Many clinics offer injectable or topical numbing so you may feel minimal or no pain at all.
Will I have a scar?
The chance of scarring is less then 5%, if you follow the after care instructions. The risk of scarring can increase for pregnancy, dark skin tone, poor circulation, immune system deficiencies, taking Accutaine, some health conditions, taking certain medications, or having a history of keloids or elevated scarring.
How many treatments will it take to remove my tattoo?
Old tattoos which have only a single pigment can be removed easily after about 4-6 sessions. New tattoos, professional tattoos, and tattoos with a lot of pigment or different colors typically require several more (average can be anywhere between 8 and 20 sessions, depending on depth location and and how much ink).
Do all colors of ink disappear equally as well?
No, but black ink disappears the best. Red, orange, pink, and warmer colors respond well. Purple and yellow is variable but usually disappears well. White, flesh tones, and permanent make-up can turn darker with laser, and must be tested before treatment. Also it depends upon the type of ink. It is very important to know that over 100 types of tattoo inks are used today and none of them are regulated by the FDA. Without standardized inks it makes it difficult to predict the degree of removal of any tattoo.
What type of after care is necessary?
A healing ointment and a bandage should be applied to the area. The treated site should be kept clean and dry that day, and out of the sun. A shower can be taken the next day, and the site should not be scrubbed.
