Can a recently made black tattoo be fully removed?

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I have a tattoo on my entire chest and I really loved the design until I saw the result. The reason why I am planning to remove it is that I am not satisfied with it at all. The artist did not really take her time, did the entire tattoo in 4 hours and the amount of mistakes i found since that day is too high to let it stay on my body. The doctor I talked to is working with Q-switch technology, so the question is, can it be fully removed and in how many treatments?

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, this can be removed with laser tattoo removal. However, you will need to wait until it is completely healed in about 4-6weeks.  In my office, I like to use Picosure which has a short pulse duration that exceeds photothermal action and results in an intense photomechanical impact. This adds up to faster results and fewer treatments when compared to other tattoo removal methods. It works best on darker inks such as black and blue. The number of sessions required to remove a tattoo can range from 6-10 sessions. The amount of sessions depends on the size, color and placement of the tattoo. The further the tattoo is from the heart the more time it will take to remove. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to discuss your concerns and to determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, this can be removed with laser tattoo removal. However, you will need to wait until it is completely healed in about 4-6weeks.  In my office, I like to use Picosure which has a short pulse duration that exceeds photothermal action and results in an intense photomechanical impact. This adds up to faster results and fewer treatments when compared to other tattoo removal methods. It works best on darker inks such as black and blue. The number of sessions required to remove a tattoo can range from 6-10 sessions. The amount of sessions depends on the size, color and placement of the tattoo. The further the tattoo is from the heart the more time it will take to remove. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to discuss your concerns and to determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. The key to tattoo removal is patience. The number of treatments varies by the ink and size of the tattoo. What type of laser did you use for tattoo? The PicoSure laser is has been developed and approved for tattoo ink removal, acne scars and any other blemishes you dislike. The PicoSure is FDA-approved and highly effective for removing regrettable tattoos and scars.  I recommend getting a in person consultation with a board-certified dermatologist.

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