Tattoo Removal: Q&A

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1 Month Post-op + Tattoo Removal

Can my Tattoo Be Removed?

I want my tattoo removed. i got it a month ago. it is on the right side of my back. it has black outline, pink (mixed red and white to make it), it...

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Normal to Have Some Raised Skin That Looks Like a Scar 4 Weeks After a Laser Tattoo Removal?

I have had two laser treatments to remove my tattoo. It has been 4 weeks and my tattoo is still raised. It looks like it's going to scar. Will the...

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Inflammation from Laser Tattoo Removal a Scar?

I had 2 laser tattoo removal sessions. It has been 5 weeks since my last session and part of my arm is still inflammed. I'm wondering if this is a...

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How Long to Wait Between Laser Treatments for Tattoo Removal?

I have a tattoo on my right thigh, it's about 9 yrs old and 4inches long. I had my first laser treatment about 5 weeks ago. I really don't see a huge...

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Signs of Scarring After First Laser Tattoo Removal? (photo)

Hi! I had my first laser tattoo removal treatment 4/5 weeks ago and now parts of the lettering in my tattoo have become raised and bumpy. I sent a...

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