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If you have an outgrown old body art, today’s laser tattoo removal is for you. In the past, removing outdated or unwanted tattoos might have involved painful techniques or invasive and aggressive cutting. Lasers have presented a world of opportunities to fade or eliminate stubborn ink. This approach does not carry the risks associated with earlier-generation therapies; however, certain factors, such as the colour of the ink and the patient’s skin type, can increase the odds that treatment will leave marks or scars.
Our team at drs skincare in Hamilton, Ontario, is adept at accounting for these and other risks when making treatment recommendations and developing plans to address your one-of-a-kind needs and goals.
Sophisticated laser systems deliver intense light energy to break up the pigments in the tattoo ink. As these pigments are broken down into smaller pieces, the body can metabolize and excrete them. Laser therapy is a safe and predictable way to get reduce the appearance of tattoos.
Key points regarding laser assisted tattoo reduction
Certain skin types are at greater risk of more severe side effects from laser treatment. Notably, patients with olive or darker skin tones may be more vulnerable to pigmentation changes, such as hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation (darkening or lightening of the skin beyond its natural colour, respectively).
Also, both the colour of the skin and the tattoo itself can affect how quickly the inks fade. For instance, black typically responds well while red, orange and yellow are more challenging to reduce.
It is always critical to follow any instructions provided for care before and after each treatment session. Applying ointments at least a few times each day can support healing. To further minimize the risk of developing unsightly marks or dark spots, we encourage you to avoid and protect the skin from UV light. A healthy lifestyle also supports healing. Keep your immune system robust and avoid behaviours like smoking, which can adversely affect wound healing and make it challenging for your body to naturally flush out particles in the ink.
We welcome all questions you may have about removing body art that makes you feel less than your best.
Phone (905) 524-1712 to reach our team at drs skincare in Hamilton, ON and to schedule a consultation with our talented Board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Rahul Shukla.