How to get rid of stick and poke tattoo: I got one on my upper thigh.

Question

I didn’t use pen ink i used tattoo ink and i want it gone really bad and i don’t have money for laser removal please help

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Tattoos should be removed with q switched or pico lasers. It will take a series of treatments, but it's difficult to determine how many sessions you'll need. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a laser tattoo removal expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Yes, it is possible to remove the stick and poke tattoo with a laser tattoo. One to two treatments might be enough for such a tattoo. Not all patients can have 100% of removal, of the tattoo but the best approach is a combination of pico and nano technology. Depending on how many sessions you have, the lines may look faded instead of completely erased. Be sure to see a licensed technician in order to remove the undesired ink.
Best,
Anil Shah

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is difficult to give you an estimate on how many sessions you may need to remove your tattoo without seeing a photo or examining you in person. However, in my office, I use the Picosure laser and it can remove 95%+ of a tattoo. It is best in removing dark colors such as black, blue, purple and green and it can take up to 6-10 sessions. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck!

Mark A. Blair, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question.  The method for which you obtained your tattoo, probably is not as effective/deep as the traditional tattoo process.  That being said, it will probably be easier to remove than a professional tattoo. Laser tattoo removal is the safest way to remove unwanted ink. It is a series of treatments.  Good Luck!

Richard Rosol, MD · Answer

Most amateur tattoos I’ve treated with my PicoSure laser were gone or quite nearly gone after only one treatment. I’d have to see a clear photo of yours to know if it falls into that group.
I recommend that you do nothing until you are able to afford at least one treatment with a picosecond laser.
Good luck!

Susan Fox, DO, RPVI · Answer

I would recommend laser tattoo removal.  It is often more affordable than you think.  Picoway removes the most colors and is one of the best lasers for tattoo removal.  I would recommend a consultation with a tattoo removal clinic. We see amazing results with PIcoway

How to get rid of stick and poke tattoo: I got one on my upper thigh.

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