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Before & After Photos:
*Results may vary.
Why Choose Us?
- Treats blue-black tattoos
- Treats red tattoos
- Treats orange tattoos
- Treats tattoos resulting from accidents (traumatic tattoos)
- Treats cosmetic tattoos (eyebrow, lip liner, and eyeliner tattoo removal)
- Also, reduces brown age spots, brown birth marks, café au lait spots
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How Does it Work?
- The laser light is passed over the tattooed skin, microscopically shattering the pigment into tiny particles which are more easily processed and eliminated by the body.
- Most patients undergo a series of 10 minute treatments.
- A mild to moderate irritation of the overlying skin is to be expected for a few days to a week, depending on the depth and amount of pigment to be removed.
Who is a Candidate?
Most skin types except the very darkest skin. Patients with tans should wait until their tan fades before undergoing this treatment.
What can I Expect?
Reduction or removal of unsightly birthmarks and tattoos which may greatly improve one’s sense of confidence and self esteem.
Results may vary.
Safety & Side Effects
The specific risks and the suitability of these procedures for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are unusual.
Does it Hurt?
Most patients require an anesthetic cream to be applied 30 minutes before the procedure. Only a few patients will require an injection of lidocaine to alleviate all sensations of pain.
Before Treatment Instructions
Avoid excessive sun exposure.
After Treatment Instructions
Wash the area with a mild soap and gently pat dry, then apply a soothing moisturizer to the skin. Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning for one week after your treatment. Patients should consider the use of fading creams and sunscreen after the procedure. Additionally, strenuous exercise and alcohol intake should be avoided. Cover-up clothing is very helpful in the healing process.
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Regret Your Permanent Makeup? We Can Help.
Even permanent makeup isn’t always permanent enough. If you’re experiencing regret over a tattooed eyebrow application or are unhappy with the results of eyeliner tattooing or microblading, Berman Skin Institute offers safe and effective laser removal options. Our advanced Q-switched lasers can precisely target and break down unwanted pigment, helping you restore your natural appearance with minimal risk of scarring. Schedule a consultation today to discuss your microblading removal or other permanent makeup correction needs.
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