Tattoo removal via laser?!?

Question

anyone have any ideas where i can find laser tattoo removal equipment and courses on how to do it.....nothing dodgy please!

Answer 1

It appears that courses offered say things like Please Note: All AEI Courses and Materials are available ONLY to Physicians, Nurses, Physician Assistants, and Dentists. Here is the website for one of those offering courses that I looked up for you. http://www.aeinstitute.biz/Pages/courses.asp


Here is one that talks about the different ways. On the source section is another website that actual people talk about ways that people say did or didn't work with their tatoos.
http://www.patient-info.com/tattoo.htm
Methods of Tattoo Removal

There are several excellent methods of tattoo removal available today. The method that the physician chooses will depend upon the size of the tattoo and its location as well as the length of time it has been on the skin. How the patient heals may also be a factor in the decision.

Excision

Another popular method of tattoo removal especially when the dyed area is small is by excision. The advantage of this method is that the entire tattoo can be removed. With larger tattoos, however, it may be necessary to excise in stages, removing the center of it initially and the sides at a later date.

Excision involves an injection of a local anesthetic to numb the area after which the tattoo is removed surgically. The edges are then brought together and sutured. With this procedure, there is minimal bleeding which is easily controlled with electrocautery. In some cases involving large tattoos, a skin graft taken from another part of the body may be necessary.
Dermabrasion

Another method of tattoo removal is called dermabrasion in which a small portion of the tattoo is sprayed with a solution that freezes the area. The tattoo is then "sanded" with a rotary abrasive instrument causing the skin to peel. Because some bleeding is likely to occur, a dressing is immediately applied to the area.
Laser

In recent times, many physicians consider laser surgery one of the best methods of tattoo removal . Today, the Q-switched Nd:Yag, Q-switched Alexandrite and the Q-switched Ruby are among the most frequently used lasers today for the removal of unwanted tattoos. They are all employed in a similar manner. If necessary, a cream to numb the skin can be applied prior to the treatment. Pulses of light from the laser are directed onto the tattoo breaking up the tattoo pigment. Over the next several weeks the body's scavenger cells remove the treated pigmented areas. More then one treatment is usually necessary to remove all of the tattoo.
Salabrasion

Salabrasion, a procedure which is centuries old, is a method still sometimes used today to remove tattoos. As with the other methods, a local anesthetic is used on and around the tattooed area after which a solution of ordinary tap water dipped in table salt is applied. An abrading apparatus such as the one used with dermabrasion, or an even simpler device such as a wooden block wrapped in gauze, is used to vigorously abrade the area. When the area becomes deep red in color, a dressing is applied.

What Results Can Be Expected?

Regardless of which method of tattoo removal is used, some scarring or color variations are likely to remain. Healing time varies depending upon the size and depth of the tattoo, the proce-dure used and the patient's healing process. It is important for the patient to discuss with the physician the various procedures, how they are performed, and the probable results. Care of the treated area must also be discussed.

Answer 2

You are best to use a clinic as home remedies may cause scarring or not work at all. I have been twice now to Sk:n who have clinics nationwide and I am noticing a difference with each session. It is sore although next time I go, I am going to try a topical anathestic cream first to see if it makes a difference. You can get a free consulation. Prices vary according to size, however please note that some colours with not take to the treatment, especially yellow. There are tattoo removal creams available but they are expensive and will probably only fade the tattoo. I saw one recently available on ebay. There are also remedies available wihch use chemical peeling to strip the skin, however it could be dangerous doing it yourself.

Answer 3

Are you no longer thrilled about the tattoo etched on your bicep? Do you feel the tattoo crafted on your body does not suit your profession? So now what? Get the tattoo removed. visit on it http://www.laserskincare.ae/treatments/laser-tattoo-removal/

Answer 4

It requires a lot of skill and training and the equipment costs tens on thousands of pounds.
A company that may give you advice, is Laserase. Look for them on the Internet. That is their business.
Good Luck.

Answer 5

Find out which hospitals are doing it then enquire there.In the north east the Nuffield does it.Try typing it into search you may get lucky.Good Luck

Answer 6

with a laser?
ask darth vader

Answer 7

sorry dont know muchabout it.