Tattoo Removal
Nowadays, there are a growing number of people that are choosing to have their tattoos removed. Tattoos may be removed for a variety of reasons. Some find that tattoos bring back unwanted memories of the past. Others find that tattoos may be detrimental to their health and eventually cause skin cancer or some type of skin disease. Career concerns, bad artwork or art placement, changing lifestyle or personal taste are just a few of the reasons that people decide to remove their tattoos. Studies have shown that approximately 10% of Americans have some kind of tattoo and of that percentage, 50% want them removed.
Tattoo removal is accomplished using a focused laser. The laser removes unwanted tattoos and pigmented lesions by emitting a highly focused beam of light which passes through the outer layer of skin and is absorbed by the tattoo ink or excess pigment. There is a little discomfort and is compared to a rubber band snap. Depending on the size of the tattoo and condition of skin, a treatment can take from 10 to 30 minutes, and may require several treatments spaced at 6 to 8 weeks apart.
Watch the video below to see how laser tattoo removal is performed and to get more information. Call our office at 708.873.9600 to set up your complimentary cosmetic consultation or fill out the form below,
Tattoo removal is accomplished using a focused laser. The laser removes unwanted tattoos and pigmented lesions by emitting a highly focused beam of light which passes through the outer layer of skin and is absorbed by the tattoo ink or excess pigment. There is a little discomfort and is compared to a rubber band snap. Depending on the size of the tattoo and condition of skin, a treatment can take from 10 to 30 minutes, and may require several treatments spaced at 6 to 8 weeks apart.
Watch the video below to see how laser tattoo removal is performed and to get more information. Call our office at 708.873.9600 to set up your complimentary cosmetic consultation or fill out the form below,
