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Tattoo removal from the head after FUE transplant? (photos)

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alon30Aug 1, 2015

Hello, 4 years ago I did a tattoo in my scalp. It is simulates hair follicles . Six weeks ago I had FUE operation and the doctor determined my hair line high and 2 cm of tattooing remain outside the area of transplantation. I want to remove it by laser. Does it cause any damage to grafts are near the tattoo? Thanks

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