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What's the likelihood of full removal of large, colorful chest piece? (Photo)

RorosengartenJun 27, 2015
I'd like to start the removal process of this tattoo. What's the likelihood of full removal? The tattoo is 12 years old and I have very pale skin (I've heard that matters). Also, in interested in injectable anesthetic. Is that readily available? What, if any, is the downside of that vs topical?

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Dr. Phuong Q. Tien, MD
Board Certified Physiatrist
Answered on May 17, 2019
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