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Can a tattoo excision successfully be performed on the forearm?

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vele21Mar 15, 2015
I have a 2 1/2 inch script tattoo that is vertical on my forearm. I was wondering if excision would be a possible option? I have already undergone 12 laser tattoo removal with no much such success in some parts of the tattoo. What are other options when laser tattoo removal is not successful?

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