Why
choose Hove Skin Clinic for Laser Tattoo Removal?
Few clinics
have lasers that are specifically designed for laser tattoo removal.
At the clinic we have a high power Nd:Yag system that has been developed
for the sole purpose of laser tattoo removal. This system can deliver
high powered laser energy into the skin and is extremely effective.
We have two trained aesthetic practitioners and two consultant dermatologists
who can provide these treatments for you at the clinic. Dr Emerson
has 12-years experience in laser tattoo removal. Few clinics have
dedicated laser systems and are modified lasers that are used for
other purposes.
How
does laser tattoo removal work?
The pigment
is selectively destroyed in tattoo's by using a wavelength of laser
light that is specific for the pigment colour. A high amount of
energy is absorbed by the tattoo in a very short duration of time
causing micro-explosion of pigment in the skin. The exploded pigment
is then removed naturally by the body. Laser tattoo removal is most
effective for dark black, blue and red tattoo's because we have
lasers that can specifically target these colours. Yellow, orange
and green pigment is far more difficult to remove.
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How
many treatments will be required?
This depends on the size of
the tattoo, depth of the pigment, type of pigment, and your skin
type. Most tattoo's require 6-8 treatments for a 80-95% clearance.
We space treatments approxiamtely 3-4 weeks apart. Sometimes, just
3-4 sessions are required. We can never guarantee complete clearance.
Is
laser tattoo removal painful?
The
Nd:Yag Tattoo removal laser emits light in very short flashes of
light called pulses. The impact of the energy from the powerful
pulses of light is similar to the snap of a thin rubber band or
speck of hot bacon grease on the skin. The large majority of patients
do not require any topical anaesthetic cream application. However,
we do recommend taking Paracetamol 1-hour before the treatment session
to reduce any discomfort.
How
expensive is laser tattoo removal?
Small
Tattoo's (less than 25cm surface area) - £60-£80
per session
We
offer special packages to help with costs and will take payment
by credit cards. Package prices need to be booked in advance of
treatments.
Medium Size Tattoo's
(26cm-100cm surface area) - £80-£100
per session
We
offer special packages to help with costs and will take payment
by credit cards. Package prices need to be booked in advance of
treatments.
Large Size Tattoo's
(26cm-100cm surface area) - £120-£160
per session
We
offer special packages to help with costs and will take payment
by credit cards. Package prices need to be booked in advance of
treatments.
What
are the side-effects of laser tattoo removal?
Laser tattoo removal will
cause quite intense tissue reactions because it is necessary to
explode the tattoo pigment to make the treatment effective. Treated
areas may blister, bruise and can bleed. It is very normal
to experience crusting of the skin following treatment. These reactions
typically last 5-10 days and heal without any problems. We try and
use laser settings that will maximise clearance without causing
long-term scarring. Compared to other laser treatments, the risk
of permanent scarring with this treatment is relatively high. We
advise patients that up to 5% (1 in 20 people treated) may develop
permanent scars: permanent loss of the normal colour of the skin,
loss of the skin volume (atrophic scarring), and raised red scars
(hypertrophic or keloid scars). Longer-term some of these recover
but permanent damage to the skin can occur.
How
do I book an appoinment?
Simply
telephone the clinic helpline on
01273 719834
GP referral letters are not
necessary
