How many sessions will my tattoo take to be completely lasered off? (Photos)

Tattoos can be removed with either with 1st generation (Q-Switched or Nano) or 2nd generation (Pico) laser technology. Laser removes tattoo by shattered up ink pigments from the skin, releasing it into the bloodstream to be flushed out by the immune system through the liver. Rinse and repeat this "laser breaks down, immune system flushes out" cycle every 8-10 weeks until tattoo removal goal is accomplished. If tattoo is new, you'll want to wait until it's completely healed (around 2-3 months) before laser treatment. The number of treatment is depending on various factors (lighten for cover up vs complete removal, laser technology, physician's experience, tattoo size, ink saturation, colors, overall health, skin type, tattoo location, etc.. We have utilized both Nano/PICO technology and PICO is costlier; but removes tattoo much more efficiency with less discomfort. We recommend seeking laser tattoo removal treatment from a reputable professional healthcare provider in your area who is specialized in tattoos removal with both Nano/Pico technology.

Hello, thank you for your question and for including photos.  The way a laser rids the skin of unwanted ink is, it shatters the ink into tiny particles and your body absorbs those particles.  The latest technology in laser tattoo removal 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 type of device can usually remove unwanted ink in about half as many treatments as the traditional Q-switch device.  Your tattoo is fairly large in size, but not real dense in ink.  I believe that it should respond well to this type of treatment.  With the PicoWay technology I might guess that it may take between 6-10 treatments to clear the ink.  You must have patience, we only treat once each 8 weeks or longer, it takes time for your body to absorb the ink.  The longer between treatments usually means fewer treatments.  You can click on the weblink below and put in your zip code to "find a provider" of this technology in your area. Good Luck!