Laser Tattoo Removal

People get tattoos for all kinds of reasons. To celebrate birthdays or milestones, as remembrances and tributes, and just because they look cool. But people also have regrets. Maybe you don’t want your ex-girlfriend’s name on your chest forever. If you have a tattoo that just reminds you of your poor decision making or maybe you don’t like the design, you might be thinking about getting it removed. As many as 50% of people who get tattoos later want them removed.

Until a few years ago, if you wanted to get a tattoo removed, your only option as a skin graft. Thankfully, now there is an entire industry of laser tattoo removal services that promise to drastically diminish or even eliminate the appearance of that Tweety Bird you drunkenly got in Vegas when you were 21.

Before your laser tattoo removal

You should conduct diligent research to find the right tattoo removal specialist for you. Since laser tattoo removal is a surgical procedure, you should only allow a certified professional to perform the operation. Many skin care clinics and dermatologists now offer this service and the price will probably vary significantly depending on which clinic you choose.

Unlike most other laser surgeries, laser tattoo removal does involve a moderate amount of pain, bandaging, and recovery time before normal activities can be resumed.

How much is laser tattoo removal?

The cost of laser tattoo removal depends on the size and type of tattoo, your choice of clinic, and your geographic location. Amateur tattoos may require more or fewer treatments than professional tattoos– the number of treatments can depend on the colors used in your tattoo, the size of the art, the skin depth of the pigment, and your own skin tone. It is not unusual for some tattoos to require ten or more sessions for complete removal. Since sessions must be scheduled weeks apart, the entire process can take months. Laser tattoo removal is considered to be a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by health insurance plans. If you need assistance paying for all or part of your laser tattoo removal, there may be financing options for which you qualify.