Possibility of tattoo removal in scar tissue?

This is difficult to answer without pictures. Tattoos can be removed with q switched or pico lasers. It will take a series of treatments for removal. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a laser tattoo removal expert. Best, Dr. Emer

That is a great question. Removing ink from a tattoo that was placed on scar tissue is definitely possible. Your likelihood of developing scarring from the removal process is based on whether or not you are prone to scarring or keloids, and how well you adhere to your aftercare treatment.
 

Yes, the laser can remove tattoo ink in scar tissue. Pico lasers are especially well suited for this so no worries. I have seen many tattoos that were scarred, either before the tattoo was placed or as a result of the tattoo being placed. The treatments are the same as for unscarred skin.

Hi,
This is a great question and recommend an evaluation with a laser tat Removal expert for the best answer. With that being said, I think the Picosecond technology such as the picoway mentioned above is the best choice. 
Best of luck,
Dr. Amy 

Thanks for your question.  Pictures would help, but your picosecond treatments should be able to remove the ink in the scar tissue.  The PicoSure FOCUS scar reduction treatments were created after tattoo removal patients noticed that their skin quality improved under their tattoo as it was being removed.  We now treat post q-switch tattoo removal patients (from other offices) to reduce their scarring.  Best of luck.

I wish there was an attached photo to view.
Removing ink from a preexisting scar is more difficult than normal skin. It can be done just usually more treatment. The older the scar the better. The more superficial the scar the better. Depending on the scar there is less blood supply than normal skin. Although the laser may penetrate and do its job it is up to the blood supply and lymphatics of the are to clear the fragmented ink.
Good luck

Yes, what we normally do is flatten the scar tissue first, then treat the ink. Dilute steroid injections, coupled with silicone based gel can help. Once flat, the ink can then be targeted with the laser. Tattoo laser removal can cause further scarring, so see a specialist if possible. The Fiori Institute of Skin and Body.