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How Do I Find A Doctor Near Me Who Offers The Picosure Laser?

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Nicole FukuokaJun 13, 2013
I want my tattoo gone, but am discouraged by results I've seen from people who have used older lasers. It seems they spend thousands of dollars on dozens of treatments and get just mediocre results. Through my research I heard about the Picosure laser which is supposed to have much better results. But how do I find a doctor in my area who has the laser? I've made some calls and no one seems to have it. 

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Monika Soni, MD

Thank you for your question. After your Picosure treatment, you will want to keep the treated area moist with an ointment such as Bacitracin and a clean dressing. It is also very important to protect the area from the sun as to avoid pigment changes. Your treating physician should go over all...

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Daniel J. Ritacca, MD

Thank you for your question, I would highly recommend my patients waiting at least 4 weeks before having any sun exposure to the treated area this will avoid any damage to the skin.

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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. Your physician can always apply topical numbing cream before treatment if you f...

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