TATTOO REMOVAL

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How does laser tattoo removal work?

Most experts consider laser removal to be the most successful and cost-effective way to remove tattoos. Today, most tattoos are removed with a Q-switched laser. It sends out energy in one strong pulse. This pulse of energy heats up the ink in your skin to dissolve it. You’ll need to receive a number of laser treatments over several weeks or longer to remove your tattoo.

What’s laser removal like?

A laser technician will numb the tattooed skin with a local anesthetic. Next, they’ll apply the laser to the skin. The skin may bleed, blister, and swell following each procedure. This process is repeated over multiple sessions until you’re happy with the extent to which your tattoo has faded. The average course of treatment varies greatly from person to person. In general, it takes about six to eight sessions to remove a tattoo with laser treatment. You’ll have to wait six to eight weeks between sessions for best results.