Patients in Los Angeles should consider the tattoo removal results of prospective doctors. Although laser technology has made it possible to get rid of unwanted designs the skills and expertise of the doctor is important.
However, as a patient it will also benefit you to understand how lasers work to remove tattoos.
Getting Rid of Tattoo Ink
The ink pigments are situated as large particles in the dermis layer below the skin’s surface. This is why creams and lotions are not effective for the tattoo removal results that people want to see.
Lasers on the other hand use energy to break up the pigment into smaller fragments. The lymphatic system is then able to carry away these particles, removing them from the skin’s surface.
On a simple level different wavelengths are associated with the tattoo removal of specific colors. A few examples include:
– 532nm for red and orange pigments
-694nm for green
Black is the easiest color for tattoo removal, since this color absorbs all wavelengths of light.
Number of Sessions Needed For Tattoo removal Results
There are about six different factors that will determine the number of sessions needed for tattoo removal results. This includes:
1) skin type: darker skin is more susceptible to damage from lasers. So more treatments will be needed
2) location: blood vessels may be more concentrated in some areas of the body. Tattoo removal results will be faster and easier in these regions compared to areas with fewer blood vessels. Keep in mind that the circulatory system plays a crucial role in removing tattoo ink from the skin’s surface
3) color: lighter colors are harder to remove and require more sessions
4) amount of ink: More ink basically means more time for the body to flush away the broken pigments.
5) scarring or tissue change: Tattoos on scars or areas of tissue change are more difficult to remove
6) layering: Removing a tattoo that covers up another tattoo will obviously require more time.
Los Angeles Tattoo Removal Results- A Patient Example
This patient wanted to get rid of her “Faith” tattoo. This was accomplished in three sessions using the Spectra laser system. Because the design was done in dark colored ink, it was relatively easy for complete removal to take place.
According to the patient, the procedures did not hurt. And she is very happy that she no longer needs to hide her tattoo at work.
Los Angeles patient experienced successful and complete tattoo removal results in three sessions*
Los Angeles Tattoo Removal Results
Los Angeles consultations for tattoo removal results are available at Fine Touch Dermatology at no cost.