Tattoo Removal
Tattoos are no longer permanent, and no matter the reason for wanting to remove your tattoo, we know you want it done safely, effectively and affordably. We offer the latest in tattoo laser removal technology for:
* Safe and effective tattoo removal
* Reduction in the number of treatment sessions
* Minimal discomfort and downtime – individual results may vary.
Each tattoo removal procedure will vary depending on your individual removal request and the tattoo that you wish to have removed. We invite you to book a free tattoo removal consultation in our Northern Beaches clinic in Mona Vale so we can personally assess your tattoo removal needs and provide you with a treatment plan.
THE PICOSURE LASER – THE PICOSECOND TECHNOLOGY
The FDA approved PicoSure Laser is revolutionary new technology to effectively remove all tattoos including tattoos with difficult colours, including green and blue but also previously-treated or stubborn tattoos.
The PicoSure laser removes tattoos by delivering ultra-short bursts of energy in pico-second intervals to the skin. These pulses create a photomechanical effect, or PressureWave that targets ink while avoiding any uninked skin. The PressureWaves shatter the ink into tiny, dust-like particles which are easily eliminated by the body. This results in clearer skin with fewer treatments without injuring the surrounding skin. It is the fastest and most effective laser treatment for tattoo removal.
Ultra-short pulse duration is the difference. Picosecond pulse width is 100 times shorter than nanosecond technology.
Only ultra-short pulse durations trigger the photomechanical effect
With this short pulse width, half the power is required compared to nanosecond lasers.
Traditional nanosecond lasers predominantly rely on photothermal action, delivering heat to the pigment and surrounding tissue and requiring more treatments to achieve results.
The PicoSure technology is a world first and considered a breakthrough in tattoo removal. It is also effective and safe for skin pigmentation treatments and laser skin revitalisation, which are also available in our Northern Beaches clinic in Mona Vale.
A Beautiful New Beginning For Your Skin
What is Laser Tattoo Removal?
A laser that is used for tattoo removal is a highly focused laser that rapidly delivers a beam of light to the skin for the purposes of removing unwanted tattoos. The laser is attracted by darker colours found in the ink of the tattoo in preference to the lighter colour of the skin. When the beam of the laser strikes the ink in a tattoo it shatters the ink into very fine particles. These particles are then no longer visible to the eye and become small enough to be absorbed and removed by the body’s own natural filtration (lymphatic) system.
The Picosecond Laser is specially designed for the purpose of tattoo removal. This laser allows very high powered laser light to be delivered to the skin over a fraction of a second. This minimises any damage that could be caused by overheating the surrounding skin and hence any chance of scarring is greatly reduced. Generally treatments are quick and clients experience only minimal discomfort. The older the tattoo, the more treatments may be necessary and different colours and more intricate designs may also require additional treatments.
How many treatments are necessary?
It is impossible to accurately predict the number of treatments necessary as it depends on the amount of ink used and how deep the ink was inserted. However as a guide most professional tattoos will require at least six to twelve treatments. Follow up treatments are conducted at no less than 4-6 week intervals. Further fading can occur for several months after each treatment.
Can all types of tattoos be treated?
It is possible to remove or significantly lighten most tattoos. Black, blue and red tattoos tend to respond well. Aqua, green and yellow tattoos may be more resistant and only partially fade. White tattoos reflect laser light and therefore do not respond to laser treatment.
How frequent are the treatments?
Time is required between each treatment in order to allow the body’s lymphatic (cleaning) system to remove the ink that has been treated by the laser. A minimum period of six (6) weeks between treatments is recommended.
How long after being tattooed can removal commence?
Removal can commence as soon as the tattoo has completely healed. Although it may appear healed within a week or two the tattoo will still require further time to completely heal prior to removal commencing. A minimum period of six (6) weeks is advised. Your initial consultation can take place at any time during the six weeks.
Can the area be re-tattooed?
Yes the area can be re-tattooed following laser removal. Whether you have had complete removal, partial removal or just lightening of the area will be able to be re-tattooed. The wish to replace an existing tattoo is a common reason for having laser tattoo removal.
Will the tattoo completely disappear?
In many cases, there will be a 100% clearance of the tattoo. On average, 95% fading is considered a good result. The result depends upon the colour and type of ink used as well as the depth of penetration of the ink in the skin. Your therapist can discuss with you the likeliness of success during your initial consultation.