Most people get tattooed and bitterly regret the decision further on. What seemed like a good idea at the time can cause a major problem in later life. For some people having a tattoo can mean psychological distress. For others it can mean difficulty in securing employment or going for a promotion however, there are also many people now seeking to reduce or remove previous tattoos in order to make way for new and more modern designs.

Our clinic offers treatments with the Ultralase Q Switched Nd YAG Laser which can remove tattoos containing black, dark and light blue, green and red pigments within 6-12 sessions based on the quality of tattoo. By matching the colour of the laser to the colour of the unwanted tattoo ink, multi-coloured professional tattoos as well as single colour amateur tattoos can be removed safely and effectively.

In General

• With modern laser technology the risk of scarring is very low, however, it is not zero and aftercare is important.
• Black is the easiest colour to remove but some colours can be more resistant.
• Anaesthetic creams can be used to numb the skin prior to laser treatment.
• It is possible to remove or significantly lighten tattoos, but it is not always possible to totally remove a tattoo.