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How can I remove an inner lip tattoo?

Cassidy27Feb 7, 2010
Lets just say I was not 100 percent sober and decided to get an inner lip tattoo on my bottom lip. It turned out extremely deep and thick and so ugly! Even though you can't see it I want it removed it really bugs me! Please any advice would help! Thanks

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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Answered on Feb 8, 2010
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Dr. Louis M. DeJoseph, MD
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Dr. Louis M. DeJoseph, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Answered on Feb 8, 2010
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Dr. Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended
Dr. Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended
Specialist Dermatologist
Answered on Jul 29, 2014
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Dr. Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS (retired)
Dr. Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS (retired)
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Feb 8, 2010
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