R20 Laser for Tattoo Removal?

Hi, I was looking for laser tattoo removal information and what I've found is that the nd yag q switched laser is the best method in almost every websites but then I read about the r20 laser and I don't know if this is better than the q switched. Which laser is the newest ??

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The r20 system is a laser approach and not the name of a laser.

The r20 system is a laser approach and not the name of a laser. There are those who believe that a second treatment – 20 minutes after the 1st – the r20 approach – leads to better Q-switched laser results of tattoos.

R20 is not a new laser. It is a method of administering multiple treatments on the same day spaced 20 minutes apart.

R20 is not a new laser. It is a method of administering multiple treatments on the same day spaced 20 minutes apart. This treatment method uses the same Q-Switched lasers and may be able to get your tattoo off in less time.

Mark Taylor, MD

Salt Lake City Dermatologic Surgeon

www.gatewaylasercenter.com

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kahelelani (RealFriend) 27 Mar 2013

aloha Jesusana, I just started the R20 technique. I have a review posted and will be posting photos in a few weeks. I'm hoping for significant fading but time will tell. Yes, the R20 is a technique (mulitple passes of the laser in one setting separated by 20-30 minutes breaks). I have three passes done in two hours with 30 minute breaks inbetween. No pain as the clinic offers free lidocaine shots and the numbing has not worn off yet. But I'm optimistic, hopeful and yes a little lighter in the wallet.

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