Tattoo Removal California
Tattoo Removal California
Tattoo removal California using the ND Yag laser
is a safe effective way to get rid of unwanted tattoos. With the proliferation
of tattoos in recent years, doctors have seen an increase in the number
of people requesting tattoo removal. There are many reasons. They
may want to remove it from a conspicuous place or the art might be lacking,
or perhaps the they have outgrown the desire for a tattoo, or there might
be a social stigma attached to body art. What ever the reason this procedure
could be the answer.
Is the ND YAG Laser effective in removing brown spots and tattoos?
Numerous methods to remove brown spots and tattoos have been used over the
years, but the results have been less than satisfactory. Depending on the
method used, scars remained in 80 to 100 percent of the patients. Patients
have accepted surgical treatment only because the social stigma of having
the tattoo was a greater hindrance than the scarring. Now, using the latest
treatment modality, the ND YAG Laser, permanent scarring following tattoo
treatments is seen in less than five percent of all patients.
What should I look for following the procedure?
Following treatment of tattoos, hyperpigmentation, also known as lightening
of the skin, occurs initially in most patients. It is resolved without treatment
after six to twelve months in most cases. Lightening becomes permanent in
up to 20 percent of the patients treated.
Do I need anesthesia?
During the procedure, the patient feels a rubber band-like snapping against
the skin. Local anesthesia is usually not required, but is available. Following
treatment, the pain has been linked to a mild sunburn, and subsides in most
cases within 12 to 24 hours.
How many treatments will I need?
Some brown spots and tattoos have been completely removed after only one
treatment. However, most tattoos require multiple treatments, done at four
to six week intervals. The response is documented with photographs taken
before each treatment session. Amateur tattoos generally require fewer treatments
as compared to those done by professionals, who are using a higher concentration
of pigment, and dyes, which are harder to remove. Darker colors, such as
blue and black, respond better than lighter colors. Lighter shades of blue
and green fade substantially. Orange and yellow respond less and red responds
well with the ND YAG Laser for tattoo and brown spot removal.
How much improvement should I expect?
Due to variability in depth of tattoo pigment as well as the chemical composition
of the pigment, no guarantee for complete removal can ever be given. The
treatment potential in individual cases is best determined by a physician
experienced in the use of the ND YAG Laser for tattoo and brown spot removal.
Schedule a consultation for tattoo removal California with dermatologist, Dr. Pilest. Dr. Pilest also specializes in facial chemical peels, and laser hair removal.