I have a tattoo on my left arm, back and chest. The tattoo is just black lines and I want to remove my body hair with laser but I can't because of the tattoo so I was wondering if I could remove the tattoo do the laser hair removal then make the tattoo again.
Answer: Tattoo Removal Thank you for your question in regards to tattoo removal. You can get treated for laser hair removal while avoiding your current tattoo, then have a tattoo removal treatment, separately. Settings on the lasers used will vary between treatments, you do not want to get treated all at once. After a tattoo is removed, the area can be re-tattooed. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment. I hope this helps.
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Answer: Tattoo Removal Thank you for your question in regards to tattoo removal. You can get treated for laser hair removal while avoiding your current tattoo, then have a tattoo removal treatment, separately. Settings on the lasers used will vary between treatments, you do not want to get treated all at once. After a tattoo is removed, the area can be re-tattooed. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment. I hope this helps.
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November 8, 2016
Answer: Tattoo Removal then Laser Hair Removal If done correctly you should have no problems removing a tattoo, getting laser hair removal, and then re-tattooing as desired.
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November 8, 2016
Answer: Tattoo Removal then Laser Hair Removal If done correctly you should have no problems removing a tattoo, getting laser hair removal, and then re-tattooing as desired.
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November 6, 2016
Answer: Tattooing and Laser Hair Removal If a tattoo remains the laser hair removal will burn the skin. I suggest seeing an expert for the appropriate treatment option. Best, Dr. Emer.
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November 6, 2016
Answer: Tattooing and Laser Hair Removal If a tattoo remains the laser hair removal will burn the skin. I suggest seeing an expert for the appropriate treatment option. Best, Dr. Emer.
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Answer: This is not a great idea since it will require a lot of time and money Thank you for your question! This is not a great idea since it will require a lot of time and money, but it will not yield permanent results. Let’s say that you will need 6 treatments with Picosure to remove your tattoo which will take about 7 to 10 months, depending how your provider spaces out the treatments. Afterwards you would have to wait for your skin to heal. Then you would start your hair removal process which would probably take few months as well. Laser hair removal is not permanent so you will eventually need touchups. If you have your tattoo done again, you will not be able to do touchups and your hair will regrow, not in the same consistency though. Maybe you can look into getting laser removal done avoiding your tattoo area. To discuss your options I suggest you to make an appointment with experienced provider. Best of luck!
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Answer: This is not a great idea since it will require a lot of time and money Thank you for your question! This is not a great idea since it will require a lot of time and money, but it will not yield permanent results. Let’s say that you will need 6 treatments with Picosure to remove your tattoo which will take about 7 to 10 months, depending how your provider spaces out the treatments. Afterwards you would have to wait for your skin to heal. Then you would start your hair removal process which would probably take few months as well. Laser hair removal is not permanent so you will eventually need touchups. If you have your tattoo done again, you will not be able to do touchups and your hair will regrow, not in the same consistency though. Maybe you can look into getting laser removal done avoiding your tattoo area. To discuss your options I suggest you to make an appointment with experienced provider. Best of luck!
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January 15, 2017
Answer: Can I remove my tattoo, get laser hair removal, then make the same tattoo again? This is not a great idea since it will require a lot of time and money, but it will not yield permanent results. Let’s say that you will need 6 treatments with Picosure to remove your tattoo which will take about 7 to 10 months, depending how your provider spaces out the treatments. Afterwards you would have to wait for your skin to heal. Then you would start your hair removal process which would probably take few months as well. Laser hair removal is not permanent so you will eventually need touchups. If you have your tattoo done again, you will not be able to do touchups and your hair will regrow, not in the same consistency though. Maybe you can look into getting laser removal done avoiding your tattoo area. To discuss your options I suggest you to make an appointment with experienced provider. Good luck!
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January 15, 2017
Answer: Can I remove my tattoo, get laser hair removal, then make the same tattoo again? This is not a great idea since it will require a lot of time and money, but it will not yield permanent results. Let’s say that you will need 6 treatments with Picosure to remove your tattoo which will take about 7 to 10 months, depending how your provider spaces out the treatments. Afterwards you would have to wait for your skin to heal. Then you would start your hair removal process which would probably take few months as well. Laser hair removal is not permanent so you will eventually need touchups. If you have your tattoo done again, you will not be able to do touchups and your hair will regrow, not in the same consistency though. Maybe you can look into getting laser removal done avoiding your tattoo area. To discuss your options I suggest you to make an appointment with experienced provider. Good luck!
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