Do you want your tattoo removed, the laser way?
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Laser tattoo removal
Laser
tattoo removal works on the principle of selective thermolysis where the
targeted tattoo is exposed to the energy delivered by laser. This energy
exposure results in selective destruction of the foreign pigment while ensuring
minimum damage to the surrounding skin.
Lasers can
be applied to remove all sorts of tattoos be it professional, amateur,
cosmetic, medicinal, and traumatic tattoos. The different colors present in the
tattoos may respond differently to laser tattoo removal, but they do get
removed to quite some extent. Thus laser tattoo removal presents itself as a
non-invasive and effective treatment for unwanted tattoos.
The right candidate
Anyone with a need to
remove an undesired tattoo can opt for laser tattoo removal. It is not the
person’s physical characteristics which decide the extent of removal but the
colors used. Though most tattoo colors can be eliminated or lightened more or
less, skin colored tattoos may undergo irreversible ink darkening. This may be
the case with white, pink, flesh-toned and light brown tattoo inks. Also red
ink tattoos may turn black. In these situations do ask or say yes to a test
dose.
Some Facts
Although,
laser tattoo removal for sure is the best solution to the unwanted tattoo woes;
it has got its warts which need to be kept in mind. Some of them are:
- Since results are color dependent total
elimination is not possible, however you can be sure of dramatic
lightening. Amateur black tattoos respond more quickly than professional
and multicolored tattoos. - To get maximum benefit multiple sessions are
usually required. - Doubly treated tattoos may require additional
treatments. - If the tattoo is multicolored, it would require
exposure to lasers of several different wavelengths because of the
selective absorption characteristics of a particular color.
Types of lasers used
Q-switched Ruby Laser (QSRL)
It is a red colored laser which works best for dark blue and black inks. With
tattoos in these colors, results have been exceptional. So far as red and
yellow color is concerned results have been less than satisfactory. The
response of green tattoos is variable. The QSRL is also effective in treating
medicinal and traumatic tattoos.
Q-switched Nd:YAG
This laser works both for amateur and professional tattoos of all colors. But
best results have been observed in case of black tattoos, as is the case with
the ruby laser. Moreover this laser works quite well for darker skinned
individuals. Also unlike QSRL, which is ineffective in case of red and yellow
color, Q-switched Nd:YAG is highly effective for these colors in frequency
doubled setting (532 nm).
Q-switched Alexandrite Laser
This laser is quite like QSRL in treating tattoos especially when treating
green tattoos. However up to 50% of patients can experience textural changes in
their skin after treatment.
Flashlamp-pumped
Pulsed Dye Laser
This laser does not
penetrate deep into skin because of its wavelength which is 510 nm. Hence it is
not so useful when it comes to deeper tattoos. However, it is effective for the
treatment of brightly colored tattoos such as those that use red, purple, and
orange inks. The major side effect of this laser is bruising.
Post-procedural Care
After the procedure some swelling
and blistering is commonplace, so is crusting. So don’t panic they will go by
themselves after some time. Do take good care of the wound to aid the healing
process and to prevent infection.
To ensure fast and safe healing,
make use of prescribed antibiotic ointment with regular dressing changes. If
you feel the need of alleviating any resultant pain, consult the physician to
recommend you some pain killer. Also avoid exposure to sun to prevent tanning.
Conclusion
Laser tattoo removal has brought
an effective, less painful solution to people who want to get their tattoos
removed or faded.
About the Author
Maria John a cosmetician and specializes in laser tattoo removal. To get Canadian Franchises for laser tattoo removal & fading service with full support visit: www.rethinkyourink.ca
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