I recently had tattoo removal on an all black full sleeve tattoo with the piqo4 laser. The tech used the 1064nm with a spot size of 6.5mm and I’m not positive on the setting she used for joules. I didn’t see any frosting during treatment or clearance after the fact. I previously treated the tattoo 4x with a nd yag q switch and saw some fading. (If you look at the picture of my chest the tattoo on my left side was untreated and that’s how dark my right arm was originally)
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If I understand correctly the doctor used the CO2 laser to remove the tattoo? Current standards are Pico second and nanosecond lasers (we use Cutera Enlighten). If you have thickened skin it makes it difficult for the right laser to penetrate the ink but it might be worth trying...
Thank you for your question in regards to tattoo removal. Saran wrap can be used to avoid having a bandage stick to your tattoo, although neosporin is not usually recommended. If no specific post-care cream was recommended from your provider, bacitracin can be applied if the tattoo blisters, if...
Thank you for your question in regards to tattoo removal. Skin reactions such as seen in your photots are not very common, but can happen. It's suggested to take a steroid dose pack prior to treatment.To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a ...