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Thank you for your question in regards to tattoo removal. Getting a new tattoo on another area of your body will not affect the process of removing the current tattoo. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment. I hope this helps.
No, tattoo removal in one area has no effect on tattoo placement in another. Please seek an expert for treatment. Best, Dr. Emer
Thanks for your question. Tattoo removal in one location will have no effect at all on a new tattoo placed in another location. BestLisa Vuich, MD
I use a Q Ruby almost daily in my tattoo removal practice and notice this "ghosting" you are describing in even my lighter skin patients. What I normally do is give it a rest and hold off the next session for a few months. I space in lighter skin patients every 6 weeks so maybe I would tell this...
Yes, a topical numbing cream can be used to reduce pain during tattoo removal. I suggest seeking an expert who uses the latest laser technology (q switched or pico laser) in tattoo removal. Best, Dr. Emer
Tattoos should be removed with q switched or pico lasers, we will often combine with fractional lasers to help speed the process.This will take many treatments given the multiple colors. No matter the device it will take several treatments to see the outcome depending on your response and the...