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What are some options for tattoo removal?
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Laser: Special color-removal laser is the only option.
Answered 7/5/2012
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Tattoo removal: There are many options for tattoo removal . I agree that use of one of the several qswitched lasers is the least invasive approach , there are many others. Some are surgical which may be the best option for rapid removal of a small lesion. If you don't mind some scarring other lasers can be utilized in fewer treatments.A consultation is required to review all options.
Answered 4/25/2016
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Laser: The Q switched lasers are gold standard for removal with least risk of scar. Other methods are dermabrasion and salabrasion ( sanding the tattoo off), surgical resection are other means of removal but higher incidence of creating a scar
Answered 8/19/2016
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