Is It Possible to Remove Old Tattoo so That I Can Replace with New Tatto in Same Location?

Yes, many patients opt for laser tattoo removal in order to replace their old design with a new one. This will require a series of treatments spaced about 4-6 weeks apart. After the skin has healed from your very last treatment, it is fine for you to get a new tattoo.

In many cases, however, outlines and traces of your old tattoo are often still visible. Keep this in mind when you get your new tattoo done. 

Many patients get a tattoo and then are not happy with the results and seek removal.  Laser works great in the removal of these tattoos.  You will undergo a laser treatment appoximately every 4-6 weeks for about 6 sessions.  How quickly it is removed can depend on the ink coloring; black being the easiest where as green being a little more difficult and possibly requiring more sessions.   When complete you should be left with close to the same skin you had prior to the tattoo.  You may then get another tattoo over that area.  Even if the tattoo is not completely removed, you can put a new tattoo over the old one.  It is not dangerous nor will it harm the integrity of your skin.  I would contact a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.

Hi D.  Absolutely you can remove your old tattoo.  We do this very commonly for Orange County patients looking to get rid of their tattoos or to cover over them with another.

The color of your tattoo, type of ink, depth of placement, laser used and quality of the practitioner will all have an effect on how many treatments the tattoo takes to remove and how much it will ultimately cost.  

Finally, make sure to choose an experienced practitioner, as we have seen several patients recently that have been scarred from tattoo removal.  If you follow the link below, you will be able to learn about our tattoo removal program and schedule a free consultation.