TATTOO REMOVAL
A common complication following tattooing is regret. [7] Laser therapies are making tattoo removal possible, but there is a common misconception that tattoo removal is easy. Laser tattoo removal is expensive and may require multiple treatments to eliminate or fade a tattoo. The plain truth is that some colours and inks are difficult to remove (especially yellows and purples), and complete removal of your tattoo can never be guaranteed. [16] [20] [21] Side effects of laser tattoo removal may include scarring, lightening or darkening of the skin, ink darkening, allergic reactions and changes in the texture of your skin. [21] Given that the removal of tattoos requires high-powered lasers, which can damage your eyes in the absence of adequate protection, always consult a physician with specialized training in laser use.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
AUTHOR'S PROFILE
Dr. Jason K. Rivers MD, FRCPC, DABD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist & Clinical Professor of Dermatology
Dr. Jason K. Rivers is a clinical professor of dermatology and a past director of the dermatology residency training program at the University of British Columbia. Currently Dr. Rivers practices medical and cosmetic dermatology at Pacific Dermaesthetics in Vancouver, BC. Dr. Rivers and the Pacific Dermaesthetics team have many years of experience using advanced medical-grade lasers to safely and effectively remove tattoos. Dr. Rivers’ experience in aesthetic medicine spans more than 22 years and he has been invited as a key speaker to present on both medical and cosmetic dermatology topics at national and international symposia. He is currently the President of the Canadian Society for Dermatologic Surgery, an organization whose membership is comprised of dermatologists with dual expertise in skin disorders and aesthetic medicine.
A common complication following tattooing is regret. [7] Laser therapies are making tattoo removal possible, but there is a common misconception that tattoo removal is easy. Laser tattoo removal is expensive and may require multiple treatments to eliminate or fade a tattoo. The plain truth is that some colours and inks are difficult to remove (especially yellows and purples), and complete removal of your tattoo can never be guaranteed. [16] [20] [21] Side effects of laser tattoo removal may include scarring, lightening or darkening of the skin, ink darkening, allergic reactions and changes in the texture of your skin. [21] Given that the removal of tattoos requires high-powered lasers, which can damage your eyes in the absence of adequate protection, always consult a physician with specialized training in laser use.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
AUTHOR'S PROFILE
Dr. Jason K. Rivers MD, FRCPC, DABD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist & Clinical Professor of Dermatology
Dr. Jason K. Rivers is a clinical professor of dermatology and a past director of the dermatology residency training program at the University of British Columbia. Currently Dr. Rivers practices medical and cosmetic dermatology at Pacific Dermaesthetics in Vancouver, BC. Dr. Rivers and the Pacific Dermaesthetics team have many years of experience using advanced medical-grade lasers to safely and effectively remove tattoos. Dr. Rivers’ experience in aesthetic medicine spans more than 22 years and he has been invited as a key speaker to present on both medical and cosmetic dermatology topics at national and international symposia. He is currently the President of the Canadian Society for Dermatologic Surgery, an organization whose membership is comprised of dermatologists with dual expertise in skin disorders and aesthetic medicine.
