May I use plastic wrap and Neosporin to protect it during the first few sensitive days? The morning after my first treatment, the bandage was stuck to me and no amount of soaking would loosen it. Sheets of my skin came off with the bandage. It was excruciating! I never want that to happen again.Also would oral antibiotics be a good idea to prevent the possibility of infection?
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Thank you for your question in regards to tattoo removal. Skin reactions such as seen in your photots are not very common, but can happen. It's suggested to take a steroid dose pack prior to treatment.To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a ...
As you’ve mentioned, it will be nearly impossible to match the tone of your skin just right, not to mention fading down the road. Rather than going through with another tattoo, you may want to start talking to an experienced laser technician to design a laser tattoo removal plan. Keep in mind, t...
It appears that you have a lot of blistering. While this can occur at times with different ink (blue, red) not typically the whole tattoo. Our patients purchase an after care kit with Calendula ointment which is naturally antiseptic. When the crusting has gone they massage with...