Tattoo Regret? We Can Help!

Tattoo regret is very common.  The tattoo that I have seen cause the most regret is when someone tattoos the name of their significant other and things lead to a break-up.  This regret is often compounded when a new significant other comes into the picture.  The second most common type of tattoo regret is when a tattoo design is no longer in fashion.  Fortunately, we can help.  We have been offering tattoo removal for over two decades.  As technology has evolved, we have upgraded our technology to offer what we consider to be the best treatment available.

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Lasers are the treatment of choice for removing unwanted tattoos.  Over the years the technology has advanced with the most recent improvement being the introduction of picosecond lasers that can remove tattoos in fewer treatments and with fewer risks.  We have found our PicoWay Laser to be superior to previous nanosecond devices.  The newer devices have proven superior to the older technology.

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How does Laser Tattoo Removal work?  A tattoo represents small ink droplets deposited with a needle in the dermal layer of the skin.  Lasers work by emitting a high energy pulse of light that is absorbed by the ink droplet and shatters it into smaller dust-like particles that scavengers of the immune system then carry away.  Many wonder if 1 treatment is all that takes to erase a tattoo.  Most tattoos have layers of ink.  Lasers cannot break down all the ink layers in one treatment, usually multiple sessions are required.  Treatment sessions are usually spaced 4-8 weeks apart. After the treatment the tattoo typically fades over several weeks. 

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Does it hurt?  Being a big chicken myself, that is the question I always ask.  We usually apply a topical numbing cream or even inject local anesthesia so that the actual treatment is painless.  If you are not numbed each time the laser fires it feels like hot bacon grease hitting the skin.  In my opinion, performing laser tattoo removal without any numbing falls into the category of cruel and unusual punishment.

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Is there any after care?  Some people will have some crusting or scabbing after treatment.  We recommend washing the area twice daily with a gentle cleanser and then applying an antibacterial ointment or Vaseline.  Protect the treated area from the sun and apply sunscreen.

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What can I do if I have an unwanted tattoo?  Call our office today to schedule a tattoo removal consultation.  At the time of your consultation, we will evaluate your tattoo, review anything in your medical history that could impact your treatment and educate you about the process.  We look forward to making your tattoo regret a thing of the past.