Laser
Ohio is the Only Medical Clinic in Central Ohio with the Most Advanced
Medlite C-6 Tattoo Removal Laser!For many, a tattoo is a permanent reminder of a temporary emotion. Decorative tattoos have a history dating back at least 5000 years. The desire to remove them has probably existed for just as long. Laser tattoo removal was not an option until recent years.
Early attempts to remove tattoos have had less than desirable results. Dermabrasion, saltabrasion, Argon or early attempts at laser tattoo removal (e.g., CO2 lasers) have left behind scars in place of the tattoo.
The advent of Q-Switched lasers now allows laser tattoo removal to be accomplished with minimal risk of scarring or other side effects compared with other treatment options.
In most cases, after the tattoo is removed, the skin looks like it was never, ever there, though multiple treatments are required.
Whether you want to remove a previous lover's name...look more professional for a new job...erase a poorly done tattoo...or you just want your skin to be a "clean slate" again, our Laser Tattoo Removal can help you Erase Unwanted Memories from your Past!
Frequently Asked Questions
| How many treatments will it take to remove a tattoo? |
| On the average, professional tattoos require 5-10
treatments, while amateur tattoos require 4-8 treatments, all
spaced approximately 4-6 weeks apart. The number of treatments
depends on the age of the tattoo, the colors of ink used, and
other factors. |
| Does the laser remove color tattoos? |
| Dark (blue, black) and red inks will clear best. Oranges and
purples usually fade as well. Green and yellow inks are the most
difficult to remove, and additional treatments are needed to
produce significant fading. |
| Will the tattoo completely disappear? |
| In most cases, yes. In other cases, greater than 95%
clearing of the tattoo may be achieved. However, it is important
to know that there are many, many types of tattoo inks in use
worldwide today, none of which are regulated by the FDA. Not
knowing which tattoo ink was used, or how deeply it was applied,
makes it impossible for the physician to predict the degree of
removal on any given tattoo. |
| What type of post-treatment care is necessary? |
| The treated area should be kept clean. Ice-packs can be used
for comfort. A shower can be taken the next day, although the
treated area should never be scrubbed. An antimicrobial ointment
such as Neosporin should be used if there is any blistering
after the procedure. If a scab forms it is vital that you do not
pick it or scratch it. |
| Is the process painful? |
| The laser emits light in very short pulses. The impact of
the energy from the powerful pulse of light is similar to the
snap of a small rubberband on the skin. |
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