Laser Tattoo Removal Service

Frequently Asked Questions

• How many sessions are required for tattoo removal?

  How many sessions are required for tattoo removal?

  There are so many factors that determine how many treatments you’ll need. These include: whether the tattoo was done by an amateur or a professional; what type of ink was used; how good your immune system is at clearing the ink; and finally, the color of the tattoo.

• How does tattoo removal work?

  How does tattoo removal work?

  A laser is concentrated above the skin, focusing tremendous energy over pockets of ink trapped in the skin. The laser shatters the ink particles, making them smaller and smaller, liberating the ink from the cells so your immune system can carry away the tiny ink droplets. The body naturally expels the ink particles in about 6 to 8 weeks.

• Should I use a topical anesthetic while providing this treatment?

  Should I use a topical anesthetic while providing this treatment?

  Topical anesthetic may be administered to increase patient comfort, although this is not routinely needed.

• How long is the downtime?

  How long is the downtime?

  There is no downtime to any RevLite® SI procedure, though some patients mat experience erythema that typically resolves within 24 hours.

• How many treatments will it take to give my patients optimal results?

  How many treatments will it take to give my patients optimal results?

  Most unwanted pigment will significantly lighten or clear in 2-3 sessions.