Laser Tattoo Removal
Getting a mysterious tattoo may have been fun at college, but when you grow older it becomes one of those embarrassing things you want to hide. Got a tattoo that you want to remove but are delaying the procedure for fear of pain and skin damage? With improvements in laser surgery, tattoo removal has become an easy procedure with almost no side effects. The tattoo can be removed in 3-4 visits depending on the type of ink used and size of the tattoo.
How is it done?
Laser tattoo removal should be done by an experienced dermatologist and when you visit a dermatology clinic for consultation for removal, he/she will first evaluate your tattoo situation before suggesting an appropriate treatment. Laser treatments vary from person to person depending upon situations like skin type, age, tattoo size and also type of process used (permanent or temporary tattoos).
Laser Tattoo Removal Before & After Photos
During the treatment, open areas of skin around the tattoo are covered and eye shields are given to patient for protection. Before using any laser the dermatologist will take a skin reaction test to check effectiveness of laser for treatment. Different types of lasers are used in Austin, Texas depending on the pigmentation and age of tattoo.
Laser pulses of varying intensities are directed over the tattoo to remove it without causing skin damage. The procedure causes minimal pain and laser pulses feels like splatter of warm grease on the skin. Smaller tattoos require lesser pulses when compared to larger ones and with each treatment it. An ice pack is administered over the area immediately after treatment to soothe the skin.
Rely on a reputed dermatologist
If you are keen on getting your tattoo removed by laser then it is imperative that you get it done by an experienced dermatologist to have pain free treatment. If you are a resident of Austin, Texas then your best option would be to avail services of Dr. Steven Zimmet, for expert opinion about best laser treatment available for removal of your tattoo.
Laser tattoo removal is dependent on skill and experience of dermatologist as they know exactly which wavelength and intensity will be effective on various tattoo pigments and skin types depending upon age. Do not hesitate to ask the doctor about testimonials so you can check opinion of patients who have undergone tattoo removal treatments which are similar to yours.
After treatment the dermatologist will apply bandage or patch on the area to protect the skin from infection and will advise antibiotic cream to be applied to the skin until it becomes normal. The patient has to be extremely careful about skin care both during and after the tattoo removal procedure to avoid chances of any skin infection.
Never attempt to get your tattoo removed through home remedies as these leave scars and blemishes on the skin which cannot be treated. The least painful and absolutely error free treatments available for tattoo removal are by laser if you get it done by an experienced dermatologist. Do not hesitate to get your tattoo removed by laser and take precautions about skin care as advised by your doctor for a confident life.
If you would like to learn more about the procedures and treatments by Austin TX Cosmetic Dermatologist, Dr. Steven Zimmet, please contact us at (512) 485-7700.