There was a time when tattoos were considered permanent, but with all the technological advancements in cosmetic surgery, tattoo removal has now become possible using laser treatments. Prior to this, methods used for tattoo removal included dermabrasion, salabrasion, cryosurgery, acid treatments, and excision and skin grafting for larger tattoos.

Although, conventionally, tattoos were first considered as cultural and social expressions of art, they immediately became random pieces of design and ideas that people put on their bodies to profess idealism or convey emotions. Many of these tattoos eventually cause regret and results in the desire to have them removed despite the sentiment that originally came with it. Regret is one of the main reasons why many people seek tattoo removal. In addition to this, other reasons for tattoo removal include allergic reactions that some people get from the tattoo, seeking employment opportunities where tattoos may become a hindrance, or even replacing the original tattoo with another one.

Tattoo Removal

Tattoos can be removed with a laser that allows short pulses of intense light to pass harmlessly through the top layers of the skin so that the tattoo inks absorbs them an the pigment is broken into fragments that are shed naturally. Other colors are more difficult, with yellow being the most problematic. All tattoos require multiple sessions. The number of sessions depend on the tattoos’ location, size and color(s).  

Here are some that that you need to know about tattoo removal:

• Darker colors like the blue and black are particularly more difficult to remove, and so are pastel colors
• Professionally applied tattoos that have penetrated the skin at the same level are easier to remove then homemade tattoos that are often uneven and require varying levels of laser penetration
• New tattoos are often more difficult to remove than old tattoos
• It is not always possible to remove a tattoo completely
• Scarring is a possibility during tattoo removal
• Unless otherwise advised by the doctor, tattoo removal is usually done as an outpatient procedure.

We use the Alma Laser for tattoo removal,  to learn more contact us today!