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Thoughts on getting this tattoo faded/removed? Multicoloured (Photo)

I want this tattoo faded for a cover up or removed completely. Anyone have any advice or expertise in this area? I would only use Picoway laser. I guess some of the colours might oxidize?

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Dr. Wayne Wertheim, MD
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Answered on Mar 21, 2023
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