How long after laser tattoo removal can a tattoo cover up be performed?

April 15, 2014
Asked By:7234anon in Seattle

I am going to get a couple laser sessions to lighten a tattoo before having it covered up with another tattoo. I was just wondering how long after the last laser session can I get the new tattoo? Also is it likely that there will be scarring or changes to skin texture which might compromise a new tattoo?

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April 24, 2014

Answer: Be sure you are fully healed

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Answer: Be sure you are fully healed

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June 13, 2018

Answer: Yes, you can have laser tattoo removal to remove the remaining ink over scar tissue.

MOST RECENT
June 13, 2018

Answer: Yes, you can have laser tattoo removal to remove the remaining ink over scar tissue.

April 18, 2014

Answer: All tattoos and laser tattoo treatments are not the same.

April 18, 2014

Answer: All tattoos and laser tattoo treatments are not the same.

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