Laser tattoo removal and tattoo excisions are two of the most popular and efficacious methods for removing a tattoo. An excision is typically performed under local anesthesia by an experienced surgeon with a quick recovery. The benefit of an excision is fast removal. Not every tattoo is a candidate for excision most commonly because of factors such as size and location. Laser tattoo removal is the process in which a laser breaks up the tattoo pigment then which your body absorbs and eliminates. Laser tattoo removal is a process and requires multiple sessions. But is laser tattoo removal safe? Having the best technology as well as an experienced laser provider can provide a faster and safer removal process.
Laser Tattoo Removal Technology
Nanosecond lasers such as the q-switched and Co2 lasers are now a thing of the past leading the way for technology advancements such as Pico lasers. Pico lasers break down tattoo ink much smaller making it easier for the body to absorb and eliminate, offer less risk of scarring, and help remove tattoos in almost half the time as older laser systems. Pico lasers come in different wavelengths which are ideal for targeting different colors.
Is Laser Tattoo Removal Safe?
Most tattoo inks are not technically inks but are actually composed of pigments suspended in a carrier solution. Contrary to popular belief pigments are not usually vegetable dyes but today are primary metal salts. Eliminating the metals from the body can be a safer alternative to them having to be eliminated only through the lymphatic system. Dr. Daniel Ritacca utilizes Pico lasers which again shatter the pigment more microscopically making it easier for the body to absorb and eliminate. He owns the PiQo4 laser and the Picosure for a total of 5 Pico wavelengths making it possible to target 96% of ink in as little as 4-6 sessions on average. Older laser systems can take up to 10-15 sessions. He also utilizes Erbium laser technology in which more ink is excreted directly through the dermis after treatment leaving less pigment to be absorbed by the lymphatic system.
Effective and Safe Laser Tattoo Removal in North Chicago
Tattoo removal is still a process even with advanced lasers and some factors that can contribute to the speed of removal is the immune system, the location of the tattoo, the sharpness of the ink, and skin tone. But is laser tattoo removal safe? There are techniques and technology that can make the tattoo removal process as safe and fast as possible. Pico lasers break the pigment down smaller than older laser systems with less risk of scarring. Utilizing the best wavelengths can help remove the tattoo faster which is ideal as well as using advanced technology such as the Erbium laser can help clear pigment leaving less to be absorbed by the body. Lastly an experienced laser provider is important. Dr. Daniel Ritacca has been practicing tattoo removal for almost 20 years and has performed approximately 15,000 tattoo removal treatments. Tattoo removal is a popular treatment that has been performed safely for many years. With an experienced laser provider and advanced technology risks are very low, and removal can be a faster process.
Schedule a complimentary consultation for laser tattoo removal in North Chicago at Ritacca Cosmetic Surgery & Medspa today!
