Ask a doctor

Could Eyebrow Laser Tattoo Removal Have a Risk on the Eyes Even if They Protect Them?

I already had 2 treatments of laser tatto eyebrow removed but i am really afraid if laser could affect my eyes even if they protect them?

Doctor Answers 4

Eyebrow Tattoo Removal

December 29th, 2013
{{ voteCount >= 0 ? '+' + (voteCount + 1) : (voteCount + 1) }}
Use of the appropriate eye shields as provided by the laser manufacturer will allow for a safe removal of an eyebrow tattoo.  Make sure you are being treated by an experienced provider who ensures use of the appropriate eye shields and I am sure that you will have a safe and effective treatment for the removal of your eyebrow tattoos.
Best Regards,
Jacque P. LeBeau, MD
Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Jacque P. LeBeau, MD


Pensacola Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 26 reviews

Laser Tattoo Removal and Eye Protection

August 17th, 2011
{{ voteCount >= 0 ? '+' + (voteCount + 1) : (voteCount + 1) }}

Your eyes are very safe as long as your eyes are closed and shields are properly used. Did you know that the doctor who is treating you has his/her eyes open? You would hope so! But no harm to the doctor's eyes because the doctor wears special glasses that allow him/her to look at the laser beam as it works ; the eye wear prevents the wavelength of the laser from penetrating into the doc's eyes. So if the doctor's vision is safe with his eyes open even with special glasses, you are really safe if your eyes are closed and laser shields are in place correctly.

! 

Web reference: http://www.todaysface.com

Russell W. H. Kridel, MD

Russell W. H. Kridel, MD
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.5 out of 5 stars 14 reviews

Steel eye shields protect the eyes 100% from the laser.

August 15th, 2011
{{ voteCount >= 0 ? '+' + (voteCount + 1) : (voteCount + 1) }}

Steel eye shields protect the eyes 100% from the laser.  I have used this type of eye shield for over 20 years because it is 100% protective of all laser light.  With this type of protection, you can have your eyebrow tattoos removed safely.

Web reference: http://www.gatewaylasercenter.com/TattooBeforeAfter.html

Mark Taylor, MD

Mark Taylor, MD
Salt Lake City Dermatologic Surgeon
4.2 out of 5 stars 18 reviews

Eye Protection for Laser Treatment

August 14th, 2011
{{ voteCount >= 0 ? '+' + (voteCount + 1) : (voteCount + 1) }}

Hi Chely.  If the correct eye protection is used, you should be safe.  We use metal eye goggles to protect patient's eyes during treatment.  Is your practitioner offering these?  If not, then you should ask them what they are using to protect your eyes.  Good luck.

Web reference: http://www.celibre.com/skinrejoverview.aspx

Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.4 out of 5 stars 7 reviews

These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.