Tatoo Removal

Decorative tattoos have a history dating back at least 5000 years. The desire to remove them has probably existed just as long.

Early attempts to remove tattoos have had less than desirable results. The use of dermabrasion and Argon or CO2 lasers have sometimes left behind scars in place of the tattoo.

The advent of "Q-Switched" lasers has permitted the removal of most tattoo inks with a low risk of scarring.

The laser is a device which is designed to produce one or more specific wavelengths of light. The ideal laser uses a light wavelength which passes through skin, but is absorbed by most inks. The light is delivered in very short, high intensity pulses for maximum ink destruction, while providing maximum tattoo ink removal and minimal damage to the skin.