Should You Consider Laser Tattoo Removal?

Dr. Mary Christian-Reed and the team of providers from Dermatology and Laser Center of Oklahoma in Tulsa, OK, are here to help you maintain the health and aesthetics of your skin. Laser tattoo removal can reduce the appearance of tattoos and boost your confidence. Keep reading about laser tattoo removal and contact us for an appointment.

How Does Laser Tattoo Removal Work?

Tattoos are meant to be permanent, so what can you do if you have one you don't even like to look at anymore? Everyone has made a choice they regret and if you have a tattoo you are no longer fond of, we can help reduce its appearance with laser tattoo removal.

During treatment, you wear special goggles that protect your eyes and we use topical anesthesia to help manage any pain during the session. The laser makes a loud popping noise which might alarm you at first but it is normal. Laser tattoo removal works by penetrating the skin to reach the ink. It causes a reaction that breaks the ink up into smaller fragments. These smaller fragments get taken away by your immune system and expelled from your body over time.

Is It Right for Me?

We are happy to help remove tattoos but you need to know that laser tattoo removal is also a commitment and results can vary based on your tattoo. You will need several treatments to completely remove a tattoo. The number of sessions you need will depend on the tattoo quality and the colors. Some colors are harder to completely remove. We often recommend 6 to 12 treatments, and each session should be done at least 4 to 6 weeks apart but you can do the sessions further apart as well.

Dermatology and Laser Center of Oklahoma in Tulsa, OK, is here for you if you have a tattoo you need to be removed. Dr. Mary Christian-Reed and her team specialize in laser tattoo removal to boost your confidence. Contact us for an appointment at (918) 494-0400.