Can I change my doctor or pause tattoo removal for few months in between treatments?

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I started my tattoo removal process and i have been told that it takes an year to complete. I just had one session. I would be moving to a different city for few years , is it fine if i take a break of a year and continue my tattoo removal process after?

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

There is no harm in waiting in between laser tattoo removal. This procedure is not time dependent. It will give the body time to break down the ink and fade out the tattoo.

Christopher Balgobin, MD · Answer

Hello,
Yes, you can take breaks from tattoo removal. Time and your immune system actually clears the ink. Laser helps to bust the ink into smaller particles for your body to break down.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, you can wait longer or change your doctors between treatments. There is no harm in doing so. This actually give more time for the ink to be absorbed by your body. Best of Luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, you can wait longer or change your doctors between treatments. There is no harm in doing so. This actually give more time for the ink to be absorbed by your body. Best of Luck!

Kory Kitagawa, MD · Answer

Tattoo removal is a long-term process, as you've learned. There is no harm in waiting between sessions until you're settled into your new home and have been able to find a board-certified dermatologist to help you remove the tattoo. Take your time finding someone who is qualified, has experience with tattoo removal, and with whom you feel confidence and trust.

Robert Pettis, MD · Answer

There is no harm in waiting between treatments.  My only recommendation is that if you were satisfied with the results you received you may want to ask your doctor what type of laser was used and if they can provide a referral to a practitioner in another city that uses the same laser.  Otherwise, just make sure you are seeking a qualified, experienced clinician that you are comfortable with when you are ready to resume treatments.  All the best to you!

Kristin J. Tarbet, MD, FACS · Answer

It is perfectly ok to wait between treatment and it is often a good idea. It's not something that should be rushed.

Mark A. Blair, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question.  It is definitely OK to wait extended periods of time in between appointments, actually extra time between appointments allow your body more time to absorb the ink particles.  This is why it does not benefit the patient to do repeat treatments too close together as it takes time for the body to absorb the ink.Good Luck!

Samer Muala, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

There is no harm in waiting longer or changing docs between treatments.  It actually gives more time for the color to be absorbed by the body.  Good luck.

Can I change my doctor or pause tattoo removal for few months in between treatments?

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