What is the quickest way to get a tattoo removed? (Photo)

December 31, 2015
Asked By:aj05067 in Sunnyvale, CA

Hello, I am planning to join army and only disqualifier is a tattoo on my hand (image attached). I did some research and found out that all laser removal procedures take atleast 8-12 months for the removal. I've heard tattoo excision procedure is a good option for small tattoos. I'd like to know the recovery time, cost and any other details I should know about. Thanks. AJ

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