Tatoo Removal

Laser tattoo removal and body art removal

Tattoo ink lives underneath the top layer of skin, which makes it difficult to remove, often requiring multiple laser sessions or in some cases, surgical removal. Laser tattoo removal is a noninvasive procedure that uses a Q-switched laser device to break down the pigment colors of an unwanted tattoo.
Individuals willing to have their tattoos removed get an absolute consultation and counselling before the procedure. This is to evaluate the types of tattoos, inks and their intensity.

When to Consider Tattoo Removal

  • If you have an unwanted tattoo that makes you feel embarrassed, self-conscious, or limits your ability to wear certain clothing
  • If you feel your tattoo no longer reflects your lifestyle or personal aesthetic
  • If you are unhappy with changes in your tattoo caused by the natural aging of your skin Considerations

The physician applies laser energy as per the size, depth and age of the tattoo.

There might be a requirement of multiple laser sessions to remove the tattoos completely.

It is effective to use the lasers with varied wavelengths to target different inks at various depths. This helps the laser to penetrate adequately and scatter the inks.

Expert physicians consider Q-switch technology the best as it allows instantaneous switching of the wavelengths as per the varied depths of the tattoo ink.

This helps in the absorption of the laser energy selectively while saving the surrounding skin from potential damage.

The physician takes tremendous care to apply laser for extremely small periods to avoid the spread in the adjacent skin area. The duration of each application should just be enough to heat up the tattoo pigment to the desired temperature and fragment it.

It is also important to make sure that the energy transferred during each laser application is sufficient to break the pigment.