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Can I have Laser tattoo removal on dark skin with some scarring history? (photos)

zizwizJun 1, 2015
Hi! I'm looking to get the below tattoo removed from my shoulder. I have some scarring related to thermal burns, deep scratches and laser hair removal with a candela yag machine (minimal "temporary" hyperpigmentation). The clinic I've enquires with uses a Q-Switch Quanta Laser, and have advised me to do some research and thinking about the treatment option. Opinions would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

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Dr. Phillip Bekhor, MBBS, FACD
Specialist Dermatologist
Answered on Jun 3, 2015
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Dr. Richard Ort, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Jun 2, 2015
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