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Is it possible to fully remove a saturated black ink tattoo?

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laserandstuffDec 31, 2023

I know we don't see a lot of before and after tattoo removal photos because a lot of people give up. But if you keep up with your appointments is it possible to have full removal on a saturated black ink tattoo?

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