The answer depends on the type, size, color, and location of the tattoo.

Professional tattoos typically distribute large particles of ink uniformly in the deep dermis (deeper layer of the skin).  They are more difficult to remove that amateur tattoos, which are typically comprised of irregular placement of a less amount of ink in the superficial dermis.

Black tattoos are usually the easiest to remove with a laser.  Reds, yellows, and oranges are usually the most difficult to remove successfully. 

Different types of lasers are used to removed different color tattoos. Regardless of the type of tattoo or laser used, a patient should be prepared for imperfect results.  There exists the possibility of scarring, incomplete removal, or a blurred / faded appearance of the tattoo.  MH