I did this tattoo about a year ago ... after about six months I started to remove it.I did 5 treatments with laser q swiched but the results are very disappointing . Could I have more hopes with picosure ?
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March 26, 2015
Answer: Tattoo Removal -- Try PicoSure or Eclipse Micropen TR
Dear MaggyE,
Thank you for your clinical posts. The Picosure laser is a very new and
effective way to remove tattoo pigments in fewer treatments with fewer side
effects. Fewer side effects; however,
doesn’t mean no side effects and these side effects can include post
inflammatory h...
Thank you for your question. Some patients have reported that the pain of Picosure is more or less equivalent to the older lasers, such as Q-Switch. It is best to remember that everyone’s pain level is different. However, you always have the option to use topical numbing cream if you feel it i...
Picosure is a great laser to remove black tattoos in fewer
treatments then previous laser technology allowed. Typically it takes 3-6
treatments to fully remove a tattoo. I would recommend consulting with a
qualified physician to map out the best treatment plan for you. Good luck!
