Tattoo Removal

For many, a tattoo is a permanent reminder of a temporary emotion. Here at Regeneration Medispa and Salon in Seattle we are here to make this permanent reminder disappear if regrets occur. Today’s tattoos come in all shapes, colors and sizes, and we have the expertise and equipment to remove these types of tattoos. Our high energy, pulsed technology allows the tattoo to be treated with minimal risk of scarring and less discomfort than other laser treatments.

 How many treatments will it take to remove my tattoo?

On average, professional tattoos require 5-6 treatments, while amateur tattoos may require 3-4 treatments, spaced approximately 6-8 weeks apart.  The number of treatments depends on the amount and type of ink used and the depth of the ink in the skin.  We have occasionally have needed to treat a tattoo 10-20 times. 

What will the treatment be like?

It is more painful to have a tattoo removed than getting it put on, but the procedure is much faster than placing a tattoo.  We offer numbing cream to be applied an hour or two before the procedure or a local anesthesia injection, to minimize your discomfort.  After the procedure the treated area may blister, swell, crust, scab, or bleed slightly.  You will need to care for the area daily in order to prevent infection and get the best possible healing results.  Your tattoo will then gradually fade for 6-8 weeks when we can again treat the area with our lasers.  You may see additional fading for as long as several months so you can space the treatments farther apart but not closer than 6 weeks.

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