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What is Tattoo Removal?

Tattoos have been a part of human expression since ancient times, and today, nearly one in five Americans sports at least one. For many, tattoos embody a sense of freedom or a stage of life. With advancing age, some find themselves wanting to erase that permanent ink—whether due to negative social connotations or simply to replace an existing tattoo with a newer design.

Enter the Q-Switched Laser, the industry standard for tattoo removal. This state-of-the-art device thermo-acoustically breaks up tattoo ink into minute particles with rapid, high-energy pulses. Once fractured, your body naturally absorbs these particles. The appearance of a light-grey “frosting” over the tattoo confirms that the removal process is underway.

Treatment Options

  • Cryosurgery
  • Dermabrasion
  • Excision
  • Advanced Q-Switched laser technology, including Hollywood Spectra™

Common Questions Answered:

Medical lasers direct a focused light beam at your tattoo, fragmenting the ink particles, which your immune system then naturally flushes out. The process takes several weeks, with larger tattoos requiring more sessions for complete ink elimination.

You might experience temporary skin whitening, but expect your natural skin tone to reemerge within 6 to 12 months after your last treatment. The effectiveness of the process can differ based on the type of ink used in the tattoo, sometimes resulting in only partial removal.

Following the procedure, expect to see white discoloration and possibly some redness and swelling around the treated area. These symptoms will gradually fade. Results become visible about 5 weeks after each treatment. Your practitioner will apply antibacterial ointment and gauze immediately after treatment to minimize the risk of infection.

Some patients describe a minor stinging sensation, similar to the snap of a rubber band against the skin. While anesthesia is generally unnecessary, some opt for a topical numbing agent to minimize discomfort.

Several factors influence the number of sessions needed, including the tattoo's size, location, depth, and color. Sessions are spaced 4 to 8 weeks apart to allow your body time to eliminate tattoo pigment. Each session typically lasts between 10 and 30 minutes. Continuous improvement is common, with most patients seeing dramatic results.

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