Tattoo removal is a plastic surgery procedure that uses various methods to permanently remove unwanted tattoos from the skin. Tattoos can be a change in style, unfortunate decisions, or simply an outdated reflection of a person’s current desires, leading many individuals to seek removal. The most effective and popular method of tattoo removal is laser treatment, which uses high-energy light pulses to break down the pigments in the skin.
At Royal Plastic Surgery, tattoo removal is performed using the latest laser technologies, which allow for precise pigment removal and minimal scarring. Laser treatments work by helping the body absorb the pigment in the skin, gradually breaking it down through a series of sessions.
The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia and lasts from a few minutes to one hour, depending on the size of the tattoo and the number of treatments required. Multiple treatments are necessary for optimal results, as the laser breaks down the pigment gradually. The interval between treatments is usually 6 to 8 weeks to allow the skin to heal between sessions.
Recovery is relatively quick, but mild irritation, redness, or swelling may occur after each session, which is normal and subsides within a few days. After several treatments, the tattoo gradually fades, and the skin returns to its natural appearance. Final results are visible several months after the last treatment.