Everyone is obsessed with having a tattoo in this era. Tattoos have become popular now a days and no one gets a tattoo with the intention of removing it in the future. However some people may opt to get their tattoo due to various personal or professional reasons. Tattoos can be removed from your skin using various procedures. If you are willing to remove your tattoo, visit a dermatologist today. The dermatologist can help you choose the right type of tattoo removal procedure for you.

Who Can Undergo Tattoo Removal Procedure?

If you are willing to remove your tattoo, you should meet the following criteria:

• You should have a tattoo to be removed
• You should be in good health
• You should be a non-smoker
• You should have realistic expectations from the procedure
• You should be aware of the possible risks and side effects of tattoo removal

How Does the Tattoo Removal Process Work?

There are different ways to remove your tattoo. Each type of tattoo removal process works differently. But the ultimate goal of every tattoo removal process is to break down the ink molecules into small pieces. This will allow your skin to heal at the site of the tattoo and eventually your tattoo will disappear.

Different Types of Tattoo Removal Procedures

A dermatologist can help you choose the right type of tattoo removal process for you. The following are the different ways of removing your tattoo:

• Laser tattoo removal: It is a popular and most effective process for tattoo removal. During the laser tattoo removal process, the dermatologist will send beams of laser light to the site of your tattoo. The laser light will heat up the ink particles and break them into smaller particles. The number of sessions required for you is based on your skin colour, age, size, and tattoo colour.
• Dermabrasion: It is a surgical procedure to remove your tattoo. This procedure uses a grinding tool to remove the outer layers of your skin that have the tattoo ink. The procedure can be painful and hence you need general or local anesthesia to perform this procedure. The procedure can cause an open wound and you need to take after care.
• Chemical peels: As the name indicates, this process makes use of chemicals such as trichloroacetic acid or phenol to remove the tattoo from your skin. The doctor will apply this chemical on your skin and this will peel off the outer layers of your skin. This can cause mild pain but you may not need anesthesia.
• Surgical excision: It is a surgical procedure where the part of the skin that contains the tattoo is cut off. Now, the surgeon will stitch the remaining skin together. Surgical excision is suitable for removing small tattoos. It is the most invasive procedure but can completely remove your tattoo. It takes up to several weeks to recover from this procedure. You need to use ointments during recovery to help your skin heal and prevent infection.

Want to Say Goodbye to the Unwanted Ink on Your Skin? Visit Skin Stories Today

If you have a tattoo and you no longer need it, visiting Skin Stories can be a right choice. We have helped several people to get rid of their tattoos using various procedures. Laser tattoo removal is one of the safe and effective ways and you can count on us for the same. Our specialists are dedicated to offering the safe and advanced treatments for your individual needs. If you would like to have an initial consultation with one of our specialists, call us or you can fill out the online form on our website.