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

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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

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Tattoo can be removed but it may damage transplanted hairs.  That is the standard risk assessment you will have to accept before having the tattoo removed.  Certain lasers and its power setting may also play a factor.It is unfortunate there was no planning involved of having the tattoo removed before having the surgery.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

There are specialty groups of dermatologists that should answer this question for you. Go to an expert dermatologist that does tattoo removal and ask them what to do and what risk with the various lasers have with hair loss.

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