Laser Birthmark & Tattoo Removal

Laser can be used nowadays to remove blue, brown, black and other colours of tattoo pigment and birthmarks from the skin. Although laser is effective in most cases, there is however no guarantee that the treatment can totally erase the colouring.

Depending on the size and color of your tattoo or birthmark, the number of treatments will vary. Your tattoo or birthmark may be removed in two to four visits, though more sessions may be necessary depending on individual situation. Most patients do not require any anesthesia.

However, depending on the location of the tattoo or birthmark and the pain threshold for the patient, the dermatologist may elect to use some form of anesthesia.

In some cases, some tattoo ink or pigment cannot be removed totally despite repeated tattoo removal treatments and may leave vague patches of colour after treatment. This may indicate that it may not be possible to completely remove all tattoo and skin pigmentations with this laser. Other treatment alternatives may then be considered.