Traditional Methods Tattoo Removal v s Laser Tattoo Removal

Sad to say, tattoo removal using non-laser methods has significant disadvantages such as incomplete pigment removal, non-selective tissue destruction and unsatisfactory cosmetic results such as atrophic or hypertrophic scarring. Older methods of tattoo removal involved the application of caustic chemicals such as Phenol Sulphuric acid, Salabrasion (abrasion with salt) and Excision (a surgical method to remove skin). All these methods are associated with a high incidence of scarring and pigmentation disturbances and are no longer used.

What is Laser Tattoo Removal?

Laser tattoo removal is a cutting-edge cosmetic procedure that enables unwanted tattoo ink to be removed through a series of laser treatments. Extremely short pulses of highly focued light energy are directed at the tattoo ink on the skin. The tattoo ink will absorb the energy, heat up rapidly and shatter into pieces. The body’s immune system then removes these particles through circulations and allows tattoo to fade gradually.