When you decide it’s time to get rid of a tattoo, you can count on the advanced technology used by the tattoo removal team at MedWeight and Lasers in Irvine, California. They use the rapid-pulse PicoSure® laser, which is fast and effective on difficult-to-remove ink colors. Call the office if you have any questions about the tattoo removal process, or schedule an appointment online. Whether you’re just starting to remove a tattoo, or an earlier attempt has failed, they can permanently eliminate tattoo ink with fewer treatments.
When they’re set to operate at specific wavelengths, lasers selectively target the colored ink in tattoos. This means they safely remove tattoos without damaging surrounding tissues.
As tattoo ink absorbs laser energy, it heats up to a temperature that makes the ink particles break down. Then they’re naturally absorbed and eliminated by the body.
Pico is short for a picosecond, which represents how rapidly the PicoSure emits laser pulses. This very rapid pace results in shattering tattoo ink into even tinier particles that are dust-like, which leads to quicker destruction and removal of tattoo ink.
The PicoSure removes tattoos in fewer treatments than most other laser treatments. One session lasts about 10 minutes, but the length of your treatment depends on the size and type of tattoo.
Tattoo removal requires intense laser energy, which is tolerated by some people, but each person’s sensitivity is different. Your physician at MedWeight and Lasers provides numbing cream to ensure your comfort.
You won’t need to take any downtime, but your skin appears red for a short time and you need to avoid exposure to sunlight. Your next session takes place in about six to eight weeks, after the area has completely healed.
Tattoo removal requires more than one treatment because multiple layers of ink must be eliminated one layer at a time. The number of sessions you need depends on the characteristics of your tattoo, such as:
It’s important to have the work done by medical experts using the best technology. You can count on the experienced team at MedWeight and Lasers to let you know the number of treatments that may be required and to assess your medical history. It may not be safe to remove your tattoo if you have certain medical conditions, such as autoimmune disorders or uncontrolled diabetes.