Tattoo Removal Factors to Consider

Several additional factors can affect the long-term outcome of your treatment. Older tattoos are easier to remove than newer ones; tattoos applied by amateurs are easier to remove than those applied by professionals. Certain pigments are easier to remove, with blue and green inks being the least responsive to treatment. The brand of ink used will also affect the results. Your provider can advise you on what to expect based on your particular tattoo.

What are the Risks and Limitations?

With modern lasers scarring is quite rare and the more closely pre and post treatment instructions are followed by the patient the more success they will have.

Ideal Candidates for Laser Tattoo Removal

Are physically healthy
Are physically stable
Do not smoke
Want to change their appearance
Are willing to commit a substantial amount of time to the process
Do not have unusual scar formations, such as keloids, or scars in the tattooed area
Do not have connective tissue disorders, such as lupus
Are not taking Accutane, nor have taken it for the previous 6 months
Have not had other cosmetic surgery in the tattooed area
Are well informed about the procedure
Hold realistic expectations about the outcome
Avoid aspirin and aspirin-containing medicines for one week prior to the procedure

The above is only a partial list of the criteria that your provider will consider in determining whether or not this procedure is appropriate for you.

To see instructions for pre and post tattoo removal download Laser Tattoo Removal Care Instructions

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