Tattoo removal
Pigeon Forge TN

Laser tattoo removal effectively reduces the appearance of tattoo ink without causing lasting effects to the surrounding skin. The procedure results in minimal damage and virtually no side effects compared to traditional methods.

Lasers removes tattoos by breaking up the pigment colors with a high-intensity light beam. Black tattoo pigment absorbs all laser wavelengths, making it the easiest color to treat. Other colors can only be treated by based upon the pigment color.

The average tattoo will require anywhere between 6 to 12 treatments. Since these treatments are completed 6-8 weeks apart; it could take up to a year before some patients see complete removal.

For a medium size tattoo, expect the session to last 10 to 15 minutes. Larger tattoos can take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour or slightly longer

Laser tattoo removal typically does involve some level of pain. That said, many say that it hurts less than they expected. It's a common belief that tattoo removal is excruciating, yet most patients say that the sensation of removal is comparable to having a tattoo applied. A topical anesthetic is used to help minimize the discomfort.

One of the benefits of Q-Switch tattoo removal is that downtime is minimal. Most clients can return to normal daily activities immediately after their appointment.

You may experience side effects, including:

• Redness or swelling
• Frosting/whitening right after treatment (fades within a few hours)
• Tenderness similar to a mild sunburn for 24-48 hours
• Light scabbing or flaking as the skin heals (typically 5-7 days)

To protect your results and prevent complications, we recommend:

• Keeping the area clean and dry
• Avoiding sun exposure on the treated area
• Not picking at any scabs or blisters
• Following all aftercare instructions provided

Most clients feel completely normal the same day - your skin just needs time to heal on the surface while the ink continues breaking down beneath.

A vast majority of tattoos can be significantly lightened or completely removed with a Q-Switched laser, but the outcome depends on factors such as:

• Color and quality of ink: Professional, densely pigmented inks can be more resistant, while amateur tattoos are often removed more quickly.
• Age of the tattoo: Older tattoos, which have already partially faded, are generally easier to remove.
• Depth and technique of application: Professional tattoo artists inject pigment at a more uniform and deeper position, which sometimes requires more sessions. In rare cases, slight shading or discoloration may remain. Also, tattoos that contain certain metal oxides (e.g., some ‘neon’ colors) may be more challenging to remove.

Thanks to newer technology, treatment of tattoos with laser systems has become much more effective, with very little risk of scarring (again, assuming you use a reputable provider). Laser treatment is often safer than many methods used previously, such as excision or dermabrasion.

There are minimal side effects to laser tattoo removal. However, you should consider the following factors in your decision: The tattoo site can become infected. There is a slight chance the treatment can leave a permanent scar. Some degree of skin discoloration is possible.

Laser Tattoo Removal is safe for most people; it's very rare we cannot treat someone. However, like all laser treatments, there are some contraindications and precautions that are taken into consideration. Pregnant women and people who take medication are known to increase sensitivity to sunlight. Also, we do not perform laser treatments on anyone who has used Accutane in the last 6 months.