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Laser Tattoo Removal for Eyeliner Tattoo

asked 3 years ago by PRose
Latest answer by Joshua L. Fox, MD
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What kind of doctor is best to see for a laser removal of eyeliner tattoo? What kind of laser is involved in this procedure?

2 answers to Laser Tattoo Removal for Eyeliner Tattoo

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Laser tattoo removal for eyeliner tattoo

I have treated multiple cases of tattoo eyeliner. It is necessary that corneal shields (glasses) or a metal shield specific be utilized during the treatment. I like Q-switched Nd: Yag laser (532/1064) or Q switched ruby to help removing black ink tattoo. There is a risk for hyper/hypo pigmentation. An appropriate professional to treat these tattoos would be a dermatologists or laser surgeon who has been experienced in treating these tattoos and the facility is equipped with these lasers... more
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Corneal Shields for Permanent Eyeliner Removal

If the eyeliner is brown or black, it should be successfully removed with a q-switched Nd:Yg laser. With that said, there are some permanent makeup inks that will oxidize (change) to different colors after the laser treatment. In the worst case, they can change to faded blue or orange, which makes them difficult to remove. In addition, because the laser treatment is on the eye, you would need the physician to use corneal shields to prevent any damage to the eye. Finally, q-switched lasers... more

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