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Scott Trimas, MD answers: Does laser tattoo removal leave a scar?

When getting the laser removal for tattoos, does it leave a scar and will it get rid of the tattoo completely?


Scott Trimas, MD
6 months ago
By Scott Trimas, MD - Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Generally speaking, laser tattoo removal does not result in scar formation. However, invariably, there is some loss of pigmentation especially with darker complected individuals. Over time this becomes less noticeable and sometimes the outline of the orginal tattoo can persist.

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