Getting tattoo over scar(s)? (photos)

there are many options for this other than tattooing. I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist that specializes in scars for treatment/assessment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question.  It is possible to have your hypertrophic scars treated.  Kenalog or 5-Fluorouracil injections can be completed to help flatten the scar.  These injections are completed about 1once monthly until the scar is mostly flat with the surrounding skin (about 1-3 treatments based on your photo).  The pulse dye laser (PDL) could also treat the pink color of your scars and make them more flesh colored.   The PDL feels like  rubber band hitting the skin (mild pain) and would take 3-4 treatments about 6 weeks apart.  Lastly there are fractionated lasers that can help to blend the scar with the surrounding skin with 6 treatments 1 month apart.  If these treatments are completed, the scar could blend better with the surrounding skin and you may not need to place a tattoo to cover the scar.  However, one year is enough time to allow for healing before placing a tattoo in that area.