Does laser tattoo removal work equally on all body areas?

Are there any areas of the body that laser tattoo removal wouldn't work on? i.e. fingers, facial, genital areas?

Answers from doctors (3)

Brooklyn Laser Tattoo Removal, Inc.

Published on Mar 28, 2016

We remove tattoos from fingers, face, genital areas, and more. The immune system activity is what controls the removal, but the quality of the lasers and experience of the operator are factors too.

Lasers designed for tattoo removal break up the ink. The body removes the ink. Certain areas remove the ink faster because of increased circulation and immune system activity. Be sure proper eye protection is worn when working anywhere on the face and that special care is taken. We educate patients who want to learn many additional methods to enhance their body's removal. Very few tattoo removal practitioners are trained in helping the body remove the ink.

//imgs-origin.edoctors.com/imageresizer/image/user_uploads/58x58_85-1/doctors/6658_1438620511.jpg
Answered by Brooklyn Laser Tattoo Removal, Inc.

We remove tattoos from fingers, face, genital areas, and more. The immune system activity is what controls the removal, but the quality of the lasers and experience of the operator are factors too.

Lasers designed for tattoo removal break up the ink. The body removes the ink. Certain areas remove the ink faster because of increased circulation and immune system activity. Be sure proper eye protection is worn when working anywhere on the face and that special care is taken. We educate patients who want to learn many additional methods to enhance their body's removal. Very few tattoo removal practitioners are trained in helping the body remove the ink.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

More About Doctor Clean Slate Tattoo Removal at Vein Specialties

Published on Mar 25, 2016

Most areas can be safely treated by experience medical professionals. Some areas do not heal as well, such as the ankles. Closer to the heart heals better. We avoid treating the genital areas, but some places may do it.

//imgs-origin.edoctors.com/imageresizer/image/user_uploads/58x58_85-1/doctors/6594_1439422569.jpg
Answered by Clean Slate Tattoo Removal at Vein Specialties (View Profile)

Most areas can be safely treated by experience medical professionals. Some areas do not heal as well, such as the ankles. Closer to the heart heals better. We avoid treating the genital areas, but some places may do it.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Celibre Medical Corporation

Published on Nov 04, 2009

The only areas laser tattoo removal is limited is on the mucus membranes
(inside of mouth, nose, vagina), inside the ear canal and the area
immediately around the anus. All other skin surfaces are acceptable for
laser tattoo removal.

Regards,

//imgs-origin.edoctors.com/imageresizer/image/user_uploads/58x58_85-1/doctors/6573_1439482825.jpg
Answered by Celibre Medical Corporation

The only areas laser tattoo removal is limited is on the mucus membranes
(inside of mouth, nose, vagina), inside the ear canal and the area
immediately around the anus. All other skin surfaces are acceptable for
laser tattoo removal.

Regards,

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Related Questions for Laser Tattoo Removal

Laser Tattoo Removal -2 answers
I've had 33 treatments over 5 years on my tattoo at a very good laser center. I know they're using the best lasers for the job. It's faded, but it just won't go away. I'm so frustrated. Is there anything I can try besides the traditional approach?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
I got my first removal session just over 5 weeks ago. I have black and red ink. There are bumps ranging from small to sort of large clusters (seems swelled) in the red part of the tattoo. It's not painful, just slightly tender and gets itchy. Ideas?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
I've had my small wrist tattoo treated 8 times, but the outline is still present (grey looking). I know extremities take longer, but could it be impossible to remove the tattoo considering the depth/placement?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -4 answers
After the treatment, how long does the ink stay in the body before the blood cells carry it away?I would like to move forward with tattoo removal treatments, but I am planning to get pregnant in September, when do I stop the treatments to be safe?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -4 answers
I just had my first laser treatment today on my brown eyebrows. The ink has turned red. Is this going to be permanent or will it fade?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
I have developed 3 enormous blisters after having the Picosure procedure, and I'm growing more concerned now that my ankle is swelling. It's 3x bigger. It doesn't make any sense, especially since it was my calf that was treated and not my ankle. Is this normal? I have no pain.
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
I had my first session a couple days ago, and the treatment area is super swollen and painful. Is this normal? What can I do to take away the swelling?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -1 answer
I've had two laser removal sessions, and the tattoo is a bit lighter, but how many more sessions will I need for the tattoo to disappear?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
I had my 3 laser tattoo removal session before 2, 5 weeks, but unlike previous times, it hasn't been healed yet and it looks like a brown smudge. My doctor said that the laser had to go deeper this time so the burning was deeper. I'm scared, is it normal?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
Will drinking water, vitamin supplements, no alcohol, etc.. help with the removal process?
See More
Get answers from our experienced doctors.
How it works
ASK A DOCTOR
Laser Tattoo Removal -5 answers
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
How many sessions will be needed before my tattoo is removed? What factors influence how long it will take?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
How does the laser remove the ink from skin? Is it sucked out of the skin or pushed deeper, so that you can't see it from the surface? Does it burn it off? Thanks!
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
I understand that black tattoos are the easiest to remove because they absorb the entire spectrum of light that the Laser outputs, but I was wondering, can very dark (heavily pigmented tribal tattoos) be completely removed from lower legs? I realize it will obviously take more sessions, but how many?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -1 answer
I did microblading 3 months ago. I immediately regretted it and few weeks later I did laser tatto removal (Q switch). So far I did 3 laser sessions and every time it makes my skin red and it doesn't remove the ink. I tried at different places and it's always the same result. I now have two very red eyebrows with the tattoo. It's really bad.
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -3 answers
Do I need to wait a certain amount of time before removing it? I got the tattoo about 3 months ago, big mistake, also, will it take more sessions to remove because it is new?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -2 answers
Hi I have a tattoo at the base of my skull; I got it when my head was shaved. You can see half of it on my neck (below hairline) and half in hair, I'd like to get it removed but I don't want a permanent bald spot. Will Laser TR get rid of the hair?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -2 answers
As my black tattoo is being treated, it is fading into a brown hue. A once black outline has not turned brown. Does it still need treatment of a different wavelength to target the brown? Why is this? Will it go away and if so, how long will this take?
See More
Laser Tattoo Removal -2 answers
Are certain medical lasers better than others? What should I ask my specialist about the laser(s) their facility uses?
See More
Get answers from our experienced doctors.
How it works
ASK A DOCTOR

Related Articles

Have specific questions?
ASK A DOCTOR

Sections

About

Our Network

Affiliations

Policies

© 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands