I have a multi-colored tattoo on my left outer ankle, approximately 1 inch in area, 15 years old. I have had three laser removal treatments spaced 6-8 weeks apart with a Versapulse VPC laser used each time. I understand that laser tattoo removal is a long process requiring multiple treatments and will likely not remove all of the tattoo, but I see very little difference in color. I am wondering if I should continue on with the current laser, find another method of removal or just live with it.
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November 17, 2014
Answer: What to Expect After Three Treatments of Laser Tattoo Removal
Yes, many patients opt for laser tattoo removal in order to replace their old design with a new one. This will require a series of treatments spaced about 4-6 weeks apart. After the skin has healed from your very last treatment, it is fine for you to get a new tattoo.
In many cases, however,...
Thanks for the interesting question. I am sorry to hear you have an allergy to tattoo ink. This does happen and the most common inks that patients are allergic to are red inks, followed by yellow, green and blue inks.
An allergic reaction to tattoo ink can make laser tattoo...
Laser Tattoo Removal is an excellent procedure for removing tattoos. Having a tattoo removed is a long process. Treatments need to be spread out, usually 4 weeks apart, to give your skin time to heal between treatments. After the sessions, your back may have most if not all the...