Tattoo Removal
Tattoos have always been a trend. You might have had a variety of reasons for getting a tattoo like to express the positive vibe in you, show your love towards your partner, fashion sake or simply because you like getting inked. But the fact is that three out of every five people regret getting a tattoo after some time as it might have seemed like a nice idea then but now it might be representing a tainted memory from their past or to improve the chances of getting a job or may be they've moved on and there might be change in lifestyle.
And most of them express distress over it as tattoos are permanent . But not any more! If you feel you have unwanted tattoos, there is no reason for you to be stuck with it for life time as Dr. Shetty's Cosmetic Centre offers highly advanced treatments to get rid of your tattoo permanently.
There are two types of Tattoo Removal treatments:
You should first schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon, who can evaluate your tattoo and advise you on the process. Firstly, anesthetic cream will be applied upon the tattoo to numb the area. During the laser treatment, pulses of high intensity light beam from the laser are directed onto the tattoo, breaking up the tattoo pigment present underneath the skin. Black tattoo pigment absorbs all laser wavelengths, making it the easiest color to treat while Other colors can only be treated with selected lasers based upon the pigment color.
In order to reach all of the ink in the skin, multiple treatment sessions are required for clearance. The number of treatments needed also depends on the depth, size and color of the tattoo.
Most patients experience redness and swelling immediately following the treatment. You will be given ice packs to soothe the treated area and then then an antibiotic cream or ointment is applied to protect it. You should also be sure it’s covered with sunblock when you’re outside. But these effects are just temporary. Patients can return to regular activities immediately following the treatment. After each visit, your tattoo should become progressively lighter. Through a series of short laser sessions, normally spaced 4 to 5 weeks apart, Dr.Shetty will help your tattoo fade permanently.
Not knowing which tattoo ink, how deep, or how much was used makes it impossible to predict the degree of removal on any given tattoo through laser.
Depending on the size of your tattoo and the color of the pigment which can unresponsive to laser therapy, tattoo removal surgery to cut out the inked section of skin could be an option. Surgical removal of tattoo is done under local anesthesia. Unlike laser, surgical excision helps in removing the tattoo in just one go usually, unless it's too big.
The surgeon will cut away this tattoo, bring the edges of skin together and close these with stitches. There is likely to be a minimal amount of bleeding which is cauterised in order to seal the wound. Your doctor might prescribe few painkillers and antibiotic tablets for a week and will guide you with the post-operative care. You will be asked to come for suture removal 10 days post surgery.
There are limitations as to what can be achieved surgically and this will depend predominantly on the size and location of the tattoo, as well as skin laxity. Compared to laser removal which leaves the imprint of the tattoo sometimes, surgical excision will only leave a thin pencil line scar, which should fade with time.
Surgery is a quicker option - and sometimes gives good results as the scar fades. However, it can also lead to unsightly scarring if it is done improperly. So it is always advised to consult a board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Sahebgowda Shetty.
And most of them express distress over it as tattoos are permanent . But not any more! If you feel you have unwanted tattoos, there is no reason for you to be stuck with it for life time as Dr. Shetty's Cosmetic Centre offers highly advanced treatments to get rid of your tattoo permanently.
There are two types of Tattoo Removal treatments:
- Laser Tattoo Removal
- Tattoo Removal Surgery.
Laser Tattoo Removal
You should first schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon, who can evaluate your tattoo and advise you on the process. Firstly, anesthetic cream will be applied upon the tattoo to numb the area. During the laser treatment, pulses of high intensity light beam from the laser are directed onto the tattoo, breaking up the tattoo pigment present underneath the skin. Black tattoo pigment absorbs all laser wavelengths, making it the easiest color to treat while Other colors can only be treated with selected lasers based upon the pigment color.In order to reach all of the ink in the skin, multiple treatment sessions are required for clearance. The number of treatments needed also depends on the depth, size and color of the tattoo.
Most patients experience redness and swelling immediately following the treatment. You will be given ice packs to soothe the treated area and then then an antibiotic cream or ointment is applied to protect it. You should also be sure it’s covered with sunblock when you’re outside. But these effects are just temporary. Patients can return to regular activities immediately following the treatment. After each visit, your tattoo should become progressively lighter. Through a series of short laser sessions, normally spaced 4 to 5 weeks apart, Dr.Shetty will help your tattoo fade permanently.
Not knowing which tattoo ink, how deep, or how much was used makes it impossible to predict the degree of removal on any given tattoo through laser.
Tattoo Removal Surgery
Depending on the size of your tattoo and the color of the pigment which can unresponsive to laser therapy, tattoo removal surgery to cut out the inked section of skin could be an option. Surgical removal of tattoo is done under local anesthesia. Unlike laser, surgical excision helps in removing the tattoo in just one go usually, unless it's too big.
The surgeon will cut away this tattoo, bring the edges of skin together and close these with stitches. There is likely to be a minimal amount of bleeding which is cauterised in order to seal the wound. Your doctor might prescribe few painkillers and antibiotic tablets for a week and will guide you with the post-operative care. You will be asked to come for suture removal 10 days post surgery.
There are limitations as to what can be achieved surgically and this will depend predominantly on the size and location of the tattoo, as well as skin laxity. Compared to laser removal which leaves the imprint of the tattoo sometimes, surgical excision will only leave a thin pencil line scar, which should fade with time.
Surgery is a quicker option - and sometimes gives good results as the scar fades. However, it can also lead to unsightly scarring if it is done improperly. So it is always advised to consult a board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Sahebgowda Shetty.
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