Good Candidate for Tattoo Excision? (photo)

Tattoo excision can be performed in some cases when there is enough tissue and skin laxity to warrant an incision and ensuing scar.

Based on the photograph provided, it looks like a black inked tattoo. It is fairly removal by a laser procedure with few treatments. However you must go to physician/laser specialist who has experience in treating these type tattoos. We have had very good results treating tattoos at various locations. Consult a board certified dermatologist/laser specialist and a plastic surgeon to hear various laser & surgical options and the outcome, before you make a decision. more

Thank you for the question and picture. I think that, everything considered, you will be better off with laser tattoo removal. Although this process is time consuming, expensive and may leave you with some residual ink, I think you will be better off than having scars on your wrists. These scars may forever be a source of questioning for example "have you tried to hurt yourself?". Also skin elasticity in this area is limited; multiple stages would be necessary if you decide... more