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I’m thinking about removing a rather large tattoo from my rib to about my belly button. I had consultations with 3 plastic surgeons. Laser removal would be practically a waste of money and time because the colors are so light, they told me they would probably never exit my skin. Tattoo excision is possible but would leave a HUGE scar and would cost 6,000 dollars. I was thinking about buying an over the counter topical numbing cream named LMX-4 and then taking a pumice stick and sand away the entire thing. I understand this would scar but I would then get laser scar revision if needed… any suggestions?

I have one raised keloided burn scar, which is very red, I’m guessing this can’t be tattoo’d over, but I have 2 other burns which are flat and a bit fainter red, is it possible to just get a tattoo over this thats just skin coloured ink to make it less visable? I’m sure they won’t be completely covered but anything that makes them stand out abit less would be great. Has anybody has any other scar removal surgery or therapy? if so any feedback on alternative options would be great, but tattooing sounds like it would be the cheapest and easiest if its possible!

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I have a relatively small tattoo that I just got last week. I want it removed, and i know that options such as laser treatment are available for tattoo removal, but I was thinking there may be something more simple that i could do to get rid of this one, since it’s so new. I know it was a stupid decision, etc. and it’s actually a pretty nice tattoo, i just don’t like it and want it removed. Please help me. seriously, i need to know what to do ASAP, so that it doesn’t heal and then become more difficult to remove. What would you recommend doing?

Thanks for any help.

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A laser tattoo removal procedure at Dr. TATTOFF removes three clown face tattoos from a patient’s upper arm.

Laser Tattoo Removal at MJ Skin & Laser Clinic using Q-Switched ND YAG laser. Done by Dr Chin Shih Choon, Aesthetic & Laser Physician. Created on January 2, 2010 using FlipShare.

Tattoos are created by injecting ink through into the skin. Tattoo artists accomplish this by using an electric powered tattoo gun that almost sounds like the drill a dentist uses. The tattoo gun has a needle that moves up and down, putting the ink into the skin around 2,000 times a minute. The needle in the gun punctures the skin and deposits a small drop of ink with each puncture.

The tattoo machines of today have several basic components. The sterilized needle, tube system, electric motor, and foot pedal are all fine examples. The foot pedal is extremely important to the tattoo gun, as it controls the vertical movement that the needle will make. It resembles a pedal used with a sewing machine, except for the fact that it determines how the needle will work.

One of the biggest concerns regarding tattoos has always been safety. Tattoo machines work by puncturing the skin and injecting ink into the tattoo site. Whenever you are dealing with puncture wounds, there is always a risk of infection and disease. Because of these risks, tattoo applications are always focused on safety. Tattoo artists always use sterile equipment, disposable materials, and proper sanitation to ensure protection for themselves and their customers.

To help prevent the risk of contamination, almost all tattoo materials such as ink, ink cups, needles, and gloves are for single use only. Needles should never be used a second time, as they can almost always lead to infection. Most of the single use products will arrive at the tattoo studio in sterile packaging where the artist can open it up in front of you before he starts his work.

Before they start the tattoo, tattoo artists will always wash their hands with soap and water and check themselves for abrasions and cuts. After doing so, they will clean and disinfect their work area with the appropriate disinfectants. As they do this, they will normally explain to you what they are doing and how the sterilization process works. Once they have cleaned the area, they will then start to open their equipment from the sterile boxes. After the artist has opened everything, he will shave the area for the tattoo and disinfect it with water and soap.

Once he starts the tattoo, the pain will all depend on your tolerance. Some people say that it feels like being pinched, while others describe it as a slight poking with needles. Your overall pain tolerance, the location and size of the tattoo and the experience of the tattoo artist will all be contributing factors to how much pain you will feel. The location is extremely important. If you are getting a tattoo in a sensitive area it will probably hurt a bit more.

The tattoo artist will clean the tattoo throughout the process, and again once he has finished. Once he has finished, he will put some ointment on the tattoo and cover it. He will also explain how you should take care of it and what you can and cant do. Most tattoo artists will give you a sheet to take home that contains detailed instructions on caring for your new tattoo. If you have any questions, you shouldnt hesitate to ask when he is going over your care instructions.

When you get home, you should always follow those instructions. Taking care of your new tattoo is very important and may very well determine your risk of infection. Tattoos can be a great thing to have, providing you take care of them. Keep in mind that the tattoo may be sore for a while although it will heal in a few short days.

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Ok sorry this is so long but I have some questions about laser tattoo removal. I got a fairly small (about the length of a hand) 3 lined lettering tattoo in black ink on my side that was spelled incorrectly (artist’s fault, the stencil WAS correct). I’ve been to a few different tattoo shops and didn’t like any of their ideas for cover ups or fixes (koi fish, flowers, eagles, skulls, etc are the only things that will effectively cover it up was what I was told). Basically nothing can be done to fix it to my liking. So I want to get rid of my first, last, and only tattoo. I have a few questions about it:
1) I’m mixed (black and white) and have about the same skin color as Raven Symone…will the laser work properly on this skin color? I read online that the lighter the skin color, the better the results.
2) Has anyone ever had this done? Was it worth the money? Did it completely remove that tattoo? How many sessions did it take and how long before it was completely gone?

Thanks!!!
Thanks…no offense but that cream doesn’t look very effective. I would be skeptical about that….And did you get a numbing cream or injection before the procedure?

Laser Tattoo Removal at MJ Skin & Laser Clinic using Q-Switched ND YAG laser. Done by Dr Chin Shih Choon, Aesthetic & Laser Physician. Created on January 2, 2010 using FlipShare.

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Laser Tattoo Removal at MJ Skin & Laser Clinic using Q-Switched ND YAG laser. Done by Dr Chin Shih Choon, Aesthetic & Laser Physician. Created on January 2, 2010 using FlipShare.