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Here is the most current on laser tattoo removal. Discussed here will be how it works, how effective it is, what it will cost and the side effects and pain.
As a method for removing tattoos, the use of lasers has been around for a number of years and is becoming more and more effective each year. It is considered today to be the best choice for tattoo removal.
Other removal methods involve the use of creams or acid-but their effectiveness is very questionable.
Laser tattoo removal works by using high intensity light beams that pulsate into the tattoo. The laser light breaks down the ink pigment and it rises to the top layer of skin which peels away. This type of treatment can take many. There are many factors that will cause the number of visits and treatments to vary those include: the tattoo ink color, depth of the ink, size and age of the tattoo and the person’s skin type.
The black inks respond best to the lasers and dissolves the quickest. Some ink colors like green and red are more difficult and can take several more treatments.
In most cases laser tattoo removal does not involve anesthesia and the treatments are done in just a few short minutes. It is done in an outpatient setting and there is no overnight hospital stay required.
After a laser treatment the patient applies ice and antibiotic ointment to the treated area for a day or so. Soon after, the top layer of skin will peel away and it will be time to return for another treatment. The number of treatments required to completelyremove a tattoo will vary, as discussed above, but it can take from just a 2-3 to 8-10 or longer.
For the first several days following the laser procedure it is advised to keep the treated area away from direct sunlight.
The pain associated with laser tattoo removal is similar to being pricked by many pins at the same time. Every patient responds differently to the pain. It is not unbearable, but it is also not very comfortable. If the patient has a low threshold of pain a topical anesthesia cream can be applied to numb the area.
The cost for laser treatments can be expensive. It can range from several hundred dollars to over a thousand or more.
There can be side effects from this choice of treatment that may include: scarring, infection, and skin discoloration. By having the work done by a certified medical profession the side effects will be minimized.
It is best advised to consult with a medical professional that has experience with all the latest technology for laser tattoo removal. Consult with one or more professionals to be certain you are comfortable with their advice before moving forward.
This is provided as general information only and should never take the place of a medical professional.
Tattoo remorse (also called tattoo regret) becomes common as we age. It is estimated that more than 50% of people that have tattoos, for a number of reasons want to have them removed. There are many solutions for tattoo removal today—fade creams and laser treatment being the most common. However, there are varying degrees of success with each method. Because of that, another idea is to think about trying tattoo cover ups.
Tattoo cover ups are especially popular to conceal tattoos you have grown tired of. Sometimes a tattoo that seemed so right at the time years later becomes something you just can’t tolerate any more. Perhaps you have a tattoo that has faded and you feel no longer looks very good. Well there are answers for all of these situations in the form of what is referred to as tattoo cover up.
One method to get rid of tattoos with letters and names is to have the letters changed so they say something else. There is a story that Johnny Depp, the popular character actor, had his tattoo that read “Winona Forever” redone so that it became “Wino Forever”. You can really get creative with tattoo cover ups. Ask your tattoo artist and they willmore than likely have some unique suggestions.
Another solution to cover up tattoos is to use a design as a cover that is filled with much intricate detail. Tribal tattoos are often a good idea. Because of their abundant colors and detail, they can often blend and cover old tattoos quite well. Ask your tattoo artist about placing a tribal tattoo over the tattoo you no longer want. This solution will quite often have great results. There are many good sources for tribal designs and newer unique tattoo patterns that would work well as tattoo cover ups and can be found without much trouble on the Internet.
Sometimes there is the need to just conceal a tattoo temporarily instead of complete tattoo removal. Perhaps you don’t want that tattoo to show for a wedding. Another solution would be to use a special make up designed to cover up tattoos. This is obviously something that would not be permanent, but there are certain make up products that work well for this for temporary situations. If you chose this method make sureyou use a product that has a concealer and neutralizer and is specially formulated for tattoos. That way it won’t run or melt or be seen through until you are ready to take it off.
If these ideas don’t work there is always the more traditional tattoo removal methods involving fade creams or laser treatments.