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Do all dermatologists have tattoo-removing lasers?

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Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Tattoo removal laser: Not all dermatologists have tattoo removal lasers. If your dermatologist does not, ask them to recommend a colleague who does. Laser tattoo removal can be a complex process, with risk of burn and scarring if not performed properly. Go to a place that specializes if removing tattoos.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

NO: Laser tattoo removal is a very nitch practice a quality laser will cost about 100k and you will likely need a second one for other colors such as green or blue ink. It isn't cpst effective to layout this much money on lasers that basically only remove tattoos ( no hair no resurfacing, no scar reduction) so many derms don't bother. Its best to find a doctor that specialized in ltr.

Answered 4/23/2014

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