What to Look For:

If you are considering tattoo removal, it is worthwhile to look for a clinic that specializes in tattoo removal. It is important to ask questions about the procedure or anything you don't understand. Only a dermatologic surgeon or physician trained in lasers should perform the procedure.

Selecting a dermatologist or physician to remove a tattoo is an important decision. You should find a specialist with experience and equipment specific for tattoo removal. Find out their background, experience, and how many tattoo removal procedures they have done.

You should find out how many treatments it will take and the costs. This is especially important if you have a complex tattoo with multiple colors because you may need different kinds of lasers. There are currently three types of lasers available: the Ruby, YAG, and Alexandrite. Each laser works on different colors, compounds, as well as skin color and pigmentation. A combination of these lasers may also be used during the tattoo removal process.

Board Certification

When selecting a tattoo removal specialist, you should consider a board-certified doctor. Board-certification is an indication that the specialist has completed an approved medical education program and an evaluation, including an examination designed to assess the knowledge, experience and skills necessary to provide high quality care in that specialty at the time the certificate is awarded.