Tattoo removal - Tattoo ink is variable

Barry E. DiBernardo, MD answers: Does Laser tattoo removal erase tattoo completely?

I had the symbol for "mother" tattooed (far right) and wanted "daughter" and "love" added to it. The symbol for "daughter" is on the left. I want to have this fixed, and the only alternative I see is to have it lasered off. Will laser tattoo removal erase it completely? Will it leave any scarring? I've been sick to my stomach since this was done. Please help me.


Barry E. DiBernardo, MD
20 days ago

We can not say there will be "complete" removal but the goal is to make it barely visible.

Best situation is single dark pigment and very light skin.  Risks can include incomplete removal and scarring.  Also, the depth and amount of ink placed is a factor as well.

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