I need 3 tattoos removed. What's the cheapest and best way to get them removed? (Photo)

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

You are a good candidate for laser tattoo removal. Our office specializes in laser tattoo removal procedures and we would begin by lightening the tone of the darker inks so that the tattoo can be visibly improved. Red tones may be harder to remove. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Joel Schlessinger, MD · Answer

Tattoos are sadly much less expensive to get than to take off.  These tattoos would be quite pricey to remove and it is unlikely that they will be completely removed whatever the case.  They are multicolored and it will be painful whatever the case.  I don't see any other way other than laser.  It may be that lasers in the future will be easier and less expensive, but at this time these would be thousands of dollars to remove for even one of them.  Good luck and sorry to have to give you this news!

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.

Laser tattoo removal is the best way to get these removed, but I don't know any method that is cheap.

To be sure, see two or more experienced, licensed and certified providers for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have laser tattoo removal.

I hope this helps.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for providing the pictures.I see there are healed scars in the volar forearm near the wrist and above the tattoo - they have healed without hyperpigmentation.The black ink tattoo on your back is quite large, extensive, dense ink and will need 12 plus sessions to clear and a lot of time and effort and a large # of pulses of lasers - this is where cost comes in.You will need special lasers to clear the red ink as well. Overall, this may cost you well over two thousand dollars.

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting a photo of your tattoo. I
recommend consulting with your doctor about the Picosure laser. This
revolutionary new laser will remove your tattoo in fewer treatments than
ordinary lasers while not harming the surrounding tissue. Good luck!

I need 3 tattoos removed. What's the cheapest and best way to get them removed? (Photo)

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I need 3 tattoos removed. What's the cheapest and best way to get them removed? (Photo)

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Answer: Laser tattoo removal

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Answer: Picosure Laser to remove your tattoos

Answer: Picosure Laser to remove your tattoos

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