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How many sessions to completely remove this tattoo? (Photo)

name7essMar 24, 2023
its about 15 old years old and i had 2 sessions with Q switch laser. how many more sessions to completely remove this with picosure or picoway?

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With such a large dark piece I don't think you will ever be able to remove most of the ink. it would take multiple series of sessions and be extremely costly. Your experience so far is typical. Be sure you are seeing a provider skilled in laser tattoo removal and that is honest with their responses.

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