How Long Does It Take to Remove a Tattoo?

asked 7 months ago by cape cod in cape cod, ma
Latest answer by Sanusi Umar, MD
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Tags: duration, frequency

i want to get a 6 x 6 inch tattoo removed, and was wondering how long itwou;d take to get it removed? also, how often are the removal treatments?

6 answers to How Long Does It Take to Remove a Tattoo?

Anticipating Treatment Time Span for Laser Tattoo Removal

The number of treatment sessions would depend on several factors eg The Colors involved, anatomical location of the tattoo, your Fitzpatrick skin type (how well you tan), layering, amount of ink and the presence of scarring or tissue change. Because it will take time for your body to absorb the pigment particles after the laser procedures, procedures need to be spaced at 4-6 week intervals. see video

Sanusi Umar, MD
Redondo Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

www.finetouchdermatology.com

Tattoo Removal?

Thank you for the question. The number of treatments that will be necessary will depend on the Ink color, depth of ink ( amateur versus professional tattoos differ) and tattoo location. You should be aware that multiple treatments will be necessary (at least 8) spaced at least one month apart. You should also be aware that after treatment some residual ink may remain despite best efforts. Treatment may also result in hypo or hyperpigmentation of the... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Factors that determine complexity and length of tattoo removal

Tattoo removal is a complicated procedure. There are several factors that will determine how many treatments you will need. These factors include: color, location on body, layering, scarring and ethnicity. Colors that are easier to remove are blacks, dark blues and reds. All other colors are harder to remove and are typically more expensive to treat as well. The location of the tattoo on your body also will help or hinder the treatments needed. Tattoos closer to your heart, such as chest... more

Timothy Jochen, MD
Palm Springs Dermatologic Surgeon

Length of Tattoo Removal

There different lasers available for tattoo removal such as the YAG or RUBY Laser. It usually requires 8-10 treatments for significant fading. The treatments are given one month apart.

Elliot M. Heller, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

How long does it take for a tattoo to disappear using a laser...

Having a tattoo removed using a laser, will usually generate very nice results in time. Typically, most tattoos will disappear or come close to disappearing after approximately 6 treatments. Between each treatment you will have to wait about 4 weeks for the skin to heal. The colors in the tattoo can also determine how many sessions you may need. Green and yellow pigments tend to take more treatments for the color to go away. I would contact... more

Andrew Miller, MD
Edison Facial Plastic Surgeon

Tattoo laser removal treatment length and frequency

The number of laser treatments a tattoo requires depends on the depth of the tattoo, the types and colors of ink used, the color of skin to be treated, and the types of lasers used to eradicate it. Usually treatments are spaced 4 -6 weeks apart to allow the body to absorb the ink that has been shattered and destroyed by the laser. Some tattoos can be gone in as little as 4 sessions, some will take as many as 12, and some cannot be totally removed if there is scarring in the tattoo. You... more

Russell W. H. Kridel, MD
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.todaysface.com

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