How does laser tattoo removal work?
Laser tattoo removal speeds up the natural fading process your immune system slowly carries out over time. During a laser treatment, our Astanza Trinity laser emits ultra-quick pulses of light energy over the undesired ink. The different wavelengths of light energy are absorbed by specific groups of ink colors, causing the ink particles to shatter and break down into tiny fragments. Your immune system then naturally removes the fragmented particles, resulting in the fading of your tattoo. This process is repeated over a series of treatments until each layer of tattoo ink is shattered and removed.
How many treatments will I need?
Most clients require a minimum of five to ten treatments for complete tattoo removal. Clients interested in fading their tattoo for a cover up may require as little as two to four treatments. Laser Procedure of Florida uses a variety of factors to determine the number of treatments your unique tattoo will need, these include:
When will I see complete results?
Our Astanza Trinity laser is designed to shatter more ink with each session, effectively speeding up the natural fading process and reducing the number of treatments you will need to see complete results. That said, a minimum of 6 to 8 weeks is required between treatments to give your immune system time to flush out the shattered ink and your skin time to heal. You can estimate your results by multiplying the number of treatments your tattoo is assigned by the 6 to 8 week healing period.
Does laser tattoo removal hurt?
Laser tattoo removal is often compared to a rubber band or bacon grease snapping against the skin. While most clients describe the treatment as tolerable, others have expressed that it feels similar to getting a tattoo again. Laser Procedure of Florida uses the Zimmer Cryo 6 cooling device to provide maximum comfort and superior skin numbing before, during, and after your treatment. Not only does the Zimmer Cryo alleviate any pain, but it also reduces unwanted risks of thermal injury.
How much does laser tattoo removal cost?
Laser Procedure of Florida offers free consultations and affordable per treatment pricing. We determine the cost per treatment based on the size of your tattoo. Our free consultations are designed to educate you about the procedure and determine a pricing quote that best fits your needs. We also offer discounted treatment packages to help you bundle and save. Treatment packages are a great option since virtually every tattoo will need multiple treatments for efficient fading or removal. Check out our pricing page and follow us on social media for the latest promotions.
How long is a laser treatment?
Laser tattoo removal is a very fast procedure and lasts anywhere from 1 to 20 minutes depending on the size of the tattoo. Treatment times may take a little longer if multiple tattoos are being treated in a single session.
Is laser tattoo removal safe?
Yes, the safest method for removing unwanted tattoos is laser tattoo removal. This non-invasive procedure utilizes advanced FDA-cleared laser technology to ensure the safest, most effective results. In addition, our laser technicians are well-trained and certified in operating Q-switched technology and using customized protocols for each skin type and unique tattoo to ensure the safest application and best results.
Is laser tattoo removal dangerous? Are there any side effects?
Laser tattoo removal is the safest method for removing or modifying unwanted ink. Laser Procedure of Florida uses cutting-edge FDA-approved technology to ensure the safest treatment and best results throughout Orlando.
After a laser treatment, you may experience temporary side effects like redness, itchiness, swelling, blistering, scabbing, and/or pigmentation changes. Again, these side effects are temporary and will heal over the weeks following each treatment. Our certified laser technicians will provide detailed aftercare instructions to help you properly care for your tattoo outside of our practice.
Can you fade my tattoo for a cover up?
Absolutely! Cover-ups are a popular option for dealing with unwanted ink. Unfortunately, even the most talented tattoo artists have difficulty concealing an existing tattoo, especially if the original tattoo contains is large and contains primarily black ink. Laser tattoo removal creates a cleaner canvas for tattoo artists to work on and removes color, size, and design limitations that cover-ups often carry.
In addition to tattoo fading, Laser Procedure of Florida can also selectively remove a specific part of your tattoo (i.e. a name, script, or element) without ruining the surrounding ink.
