Botched tattoo removal scarring. What can I do next? (Photo)

February 21, 2022
Asked By:IHaveMadeAMistake in Cleveland, Ohio

I have gotten a few rounds of tatt2away to remove a small tattoo on my left rib, just next to my breast. My last session was in August or September of 2021, and I am too afraid to continue removal due to the scarring. They are raised, sometimes itchy, bumps. I have tried silicone compression sheets, scar fading gels, and vitamin serums. Not much has seemed to work. I am at a loss of what to do next…but I am ready to try even the most intensive treatment just to feel pretty again.

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Answers (3)

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August 29, 2023

Answer: Recommend doing laser treatment to help even out skin texture

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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August 29, 2023

Answer: Recommend doing laser treatment to help even out skin texture

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 25, 2022

Answer: Laser Tattoo Removal Facts--Takes a series of treatments

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
February 25, 2022

Answer: Laser Tattoo Removal Facts--Takes a series of treatments

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
February 25, 2022

Answer: Dermatologist

February 25, 2022

Answer: Dermatologist

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