It is estimated that approximately up to 10% of the U.S. population have had a tattoo inked onto their skin. Eventually, at least 50% of this population will later want to have laser tattoo removal. Getting a tattoo is an exciting event, but many will begin to regret the permanent image that they had inked onto their skin as time passes and circumstances in their lives change. Having a tattoo done when you were young will certainly lead you to regret it when you get older and view the tattoo as outdated or as detrimental to your career. Others may be dissatisfied with a tattoo that was poorly done. There are a lot of reasons for possibly wanting a tattoo removed, and if you do have a tattoo that you wish to have partially or completely removed, you should first consider your options and decide which method might be best for you before undergoing laser tattoo removal. Dr. Umar suggests that having the tattoo removed by a laser will be the most effective method. Newer laser tattoo removal techniques can eliminate your tattoo with minimal side effects by breaking down the pigment colors of the tattoo with a high-intensity light beam.
Depending on the size and color of your tattoo, the number of treatments that you will need in order to fully remove your tattoo will vary. Treatment with the laser will vary from patient to patient depending on the age, size and type of tattoo (amateur or professional) that the patient has. The color of the patient’s skin, as well as the depth to which the tattoo pigment extends, will also affect the method of tattoo removal. Therefore, first of all, you should schedule a consultation with an experienced cosmetic surgeon or Los Angeles dermatologist. At FineTouch Dermatology in Los Angeles, Dr. Umar will evaluate your tattoo and advise you on the process of getting it removed. For more information, please contact Dr. Umar at FineTouch Dermatology in Los Angeles at (310)318-1500, or visit FineTouch Dermatology.