New Orleans Tattoo Removal doctors
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Jeffrey C. Poole, MD
Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon
111 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 406, Metairie |
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Mary Lupo, MD
New Orleans Dermatologist
145 Robert E. Lee Blvd Suite 302, New Orleans |
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William Coleman III, MD
Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon
4425 Conlin St, Metairie |
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Lindsay Skye Ackerman
New Orleans Dermatologist
920 Poeyfarre St Ph 17 Ste 870, New Orleans |
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Barbara S. Bopp, MD
New Orleans Dermatologist
3901 Houma Blvd Suite 410, Metairie |
Recent Answers
I have a multi-colored tattoo on my left outer ankle, approximately 1 inch in area, 15 years old. I have had three laser removal treatments spaced 6-8 weeks apart with a Versapulse VPC laser used each time. I understand that laser tattoo removal is a long process requiring multiple treatments and will likely not remove all of the tattoo, but I see very little difference in color. I am wondering if I should continue on with the current laser, find another method of removal or just live with it.
For most tattoos, I tell patients to expect about 6-8 treatment session spaced 2 or more months apart, with a goal of achieving about an 80-90% lightening. Some tattoos, such as yours, with more complex colors will often get a lesser response. The more vibrant green, orange/red and yellows in your tattoo tend to be harder to remove.
The Versapulse is a good laser -- essentially 3 tattoo laser in one, and is good for addressing black, purple, red and green colors. The power output of this laser, though, is a little lower than some of the new lasers, so may not be quite as effective. Again, the orange/red, yellow and vibrant green are difficult to treat with any laser.
I would expect better clearance, though, of the black, purple, and some of the red out of the red/orange after 3 treatments. If the fluence (treatment energy dose) was not optimal during treatment, this could be a reason.
Be sure to consult with a Board Certified physician from an accepted field in aesthetic medicine (such as Dermatology or Plastic Surgery) with experience in cosmetic lasers to obtain your best results
So i recently (3 months ago) got a tattoo & now im looking to remove it as it was a deep mistake. im a hispanic woman with generally a lighter toned skin color & ive been known to scar easily but the scars usually fade over time, about 2 years but it still leaves some sort of marking if you really take the time to look when direct light is hitting my skin. if the cut/marking is really deep then it takes longer.
Laser tattoo removal is effective in safe in virtually all skin types IF you consult with an experienced laser physician who uses the proper device for your tattoo. The Q-switched Nd:Yag laser is the best laser for your tattoo and skin type, and with a proper series of treatments you should get an excellent result with minimal risk of permanent pigmentary change or scar.
I'm 25 years old, I got a black angel tattoo the size of my hand when I was 18. It has great detailing and has light and dark black throughout. I hate it now & I have to use cover ups when I wear dresses. I can't wear skirts to work. I want it gone. This thursday I have an appointment set up with an MD in Raleigh NC. What type of questions should I ask to make sure this guy is legit. Also is there a certain type of laser that works best? I really don't want any scars at all :(
Black ink is the most common, and fortunately the most responsive, of all tattoo pigments. I prefer the Q-switched Nd:Yag laser (1064nm), but the Q-switched Alexandrite (755nm) or Q-switched Ruby (694nm) are equally effective.
Most important, is to see a Board Certified (see the American Board of Medical Specialties website) Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon with an expertise in laser surgery. The American Society of Dermatologic Surgery or the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery are also good sites to research those physicians with interest in cosmetic or laser procedures.
With some recently developed protocols, we are seeing tattoos fade much more quickly than before-- but their may be some increased risk of discoloration or mild scar with these more aggresive treatments.