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Q: How does laser tattoo removal work?
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Brian D.  Zelickson
M.D.
Edina, MN
Lasers are used to target and remove the pigment in a tattoo. Because tattoos often have more than one color, it often takes multiple wavelengths to achieve the best results. See laser tattoo removal page.
 
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Q: How effective is laser treatment?
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Brian D.  Zelickson
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Edina, MN
Laser treatment is widely viewed as the gold standard for the removal of tattoos. Advances have made it is safer and more effective than any other method. Read more here.
 
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Q: Is tattoo removal painful?
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Eric F.  Bernstein
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Ardmore, PA

It can be unpleasant. The pain of having it removed is often greater than having it put on. See the treatment process page for more.
 
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Q: How much does it cost to get laser tattoo removal?
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Eric F.  Bernstein
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Ardmore, PA
Cost varies greatly based on several factors. See the cost and pricing page for a general idea.
 
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Q: Is it true that some colors are harder to remove than others?
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Eric F.  Bernstein
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Ardmore, PA
Yes this is true. Black is the easiest color to remove due to the fact that the color black absorbs all wavelengths of light while greens and yellows are much harder to remove and may take multiple wavelengths to remove.
 
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