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So Excited After my First Treatment with PicoSure! - Vernon Hills, IL

UPDATED FROM EmkyKyme
1 year post

Third round, 11 months out

EmkyKyme
WORTH IT$1,500
These are from today, 11 months after my third picosure treatment. I will be going back for my fourth and final treatment in July. I am thrilled with the results!

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Daniel J. Ritacca, MD

Daniel J. Ritacca, MD

Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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Replies (4)

May 23, 2015
Just realized, I got my last treatment on August 1st of last year. So these are actually more like 9/10 months out :)
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May 24, 2015
Very happy for you!!! Enjoy those summer dresses and tank tops
May 27, 2015
Thank you! I'm doing just that!
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May 24, 2015

Oh wow, it pretty much gone! So happy for you - thank you for keeping us updated on your journey.

June 15, 2015
very fast.. how old was your tattoo?
UPDATED FROM EmkyKyme
10 months post

Third round with Picosure, Day 16

EmkyKyme
I had my third session on August 1st. I didn't bother posting pics of the first couple of weeks because it was the typical scabbing/ugly phase. This time around, the doc only hit certain areas. I guess he felt that the most faded parts didn't need another blast. He told me that I should wait AT LEAST a year before I go in for my final round.

I think some areas might be darker than they were prior to getting zapped, but I'm pretty sure it's temporary as I seem to recall noticing it before--but maybe I'm just crazy.

I won't lie--the red areas are from where I picked/scratched a little. I know, I know--I tried not to, but oh well. Dermatillomania's a [RS bleep].

Well, that's all I've got so far. I'm still less than a year into the removal process and so far I'm quite satisfied. It's worth the money.

I'll probably update again in a month or two (or three) :-)

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August 16, 2014
Wow, just wow . Amazing results
August 17, 2014
Thanks! I think I might be able to wear a tank top next summer. I haven't done that in eight years...
August 18, 2014
I don't think I have seen anyone with such great results after only 3 treatments!
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August 18, 2014
Looking good. I had two tattoos removed so far with 100% removal. I am hoping for good results with this one as well. I think it has to do with you not rushing and putting enough time between sessions.
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August 21, 2014
Thanks so much for keeping your review up to date, your results are so encouraging...fantastic fading! 
UPDATED FROM EmkyKyme
7 months post

Second treatment results--Month 4

EmkyKyme
Here's what it looks like today. I'm going back for treatment three in late June. I'm still very happy with the progress. I honestly don't think the tattoo will ever be invisible, but I'm just thrilled that people won't be able to tell what was there. Blobby scar areas > bad tattoo. Still, I'm eager to see this thing fade even more.

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May 2, 2014
Incredible results for only two treatments. Really hope number three seals the deal for you, it looks like it might!
May 3, 2014
Thanks, me too!
May 2, 2014
Thanks for sharing EK! Do you follow any type of diet or do any supplementing of any kind?
May 3, 2014
You bet. As far as supplements I take a multi daily as well as calcium, chelated magnesium glycinate, and chromium. Occasionally I take zinc in liquid form. My diet is what I would consider to be a mix of paleo and low carb, but I'm not 100% strict about it. I'm pretty serious about avoiding sugar and dairy, however, because those make me breakout like whoa
May 4, 2014
Thanks for the info!
May 2, 2014
You're so close!
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June 16, 2014
Hey there, just checking in to see when your next appointment is.
July 13, 2014
August 1st. I've had to put it off twice because I've been doing a lot of traveling.