I am confused about tattoo removal pricing?

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I have a 20 square inch tattoo that is only black and grey. I have been looking into tattoo removal but the pricing confuses me. Most places are about $50 per square inch so I'm calculating 10,000 total for the whole tattoo?! Am I doing this right? Is that the norm? Also I calculated that I am a 9 on the scale they use for pricing removal but I forgot what it's called. Thank you!

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question about tattoo removal. Pricing varies from office to office. It is usually determined on the size of the tattoo and amount of ink. If you have a 20 sq. inch tattoo and it is $50 per sq. inch that would be $1,000 per treatment, which seems exsessive. I would suggest seeing 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.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

Hello CNPonce.  Pricing for laser tattoo removal is not a commodity.  This means that the price is different at different facilities.  The cost depends on how much time the treatment takes and how much the practitioner values their time at.  $1000 per treatment for 20 square inches seems a bit high for us, but again, prices will vary based on the value of the practitioners time.  Also, our estimate for dark colored tattoos is usually 6-8 visits, but this too can vary depending on the quality of the work, the quality of the ink and the depth of placement of the ink.  Your best bet is to attend a few consultations and see where you feel comfortable.  Ask for before and after pictures, if they have ever had any scarring and how many treatments they believe it will take.To see examples of our Los Angeles laser tattoo removal patient before and after photos, click on the link below.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Lasers are the best treatment for tattoo removal. Although the darkness and detail affect the cost and which specific treatment is best for you. I suggest you see an expert and board certified dermatologist who is trained in lasers. Best. Dr. Emer

Mark A. Blair, MD · Answer

Hello, Thank you for your question.  Pricing is not only based on the size of the tattoo, but it is based on the volume of ink in the tattoo. A tattoo that is mostly outline with less ink volume requires far less pulses than a tattoo that is heavy with ink. Another thing that may determine pricing is the device being used. The latest technology is the pico-second technology. The PicoWay Laser (Candela/Syneron) uses photoacoustic
impact/pressure waves rather than photothermal/heat.This process has less heat, therefore it is
more comfortable and the chances of hyperpigmentation are less.The Pico-second pulse shatters the ink into
even smaller particles, allowing the body to more easily absorb the ink. This new technology can usually remove a tattoo in about half as many treatments as the Q-switch devices.  I understand that this can be confusing, but one detail that you should hold of most importance is that you go to a board certified dermatologist for your treatment to assure safe, effective treatments and after care that can help you if there are any complications.Good Luck!

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