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Reviews on Tattoo Removal from Patient's Guide Users
Would You Do it Again?
87% of reviews said YES (53 reviews)
13% of reviews said NO (8 reviews)
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Laser Tattoo Removal Reviews
Laser tattoo removal has become hugely popular as tattoos have also grown in popularity. Minds change, people change, and often what was once a good idea for expressing yourself has turned into a liability at work, home or with your family. Below are actual reviews from patients who’ve had tattoo removal. Please adhere to our Community Guidelines for posting, and do not SPAM! Thanks.
How Painful Was It?
21%  No Pain
33%  Mild
43%  Moderate
3%  Severe
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VOTED AS THE MOST HELPFUL REVIEW
26 of 29 people found this review helpful
 I have much more confidence!
Los Angeles, CA
November 15, 2009
Treatment: Laser Tattoo Removal
Pain Level: Moderate
Location: Neck
I Would Do It Again! 
I had a fairly large tattoo on the back of my neck. I got it when I was young and have become really [more]
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6 of 7 people found this review helpful
 My Tattoo has Faded a Ton
Virginia Beach, VA
January 07, 2011
Treatment: Laser Tattoo Removal
Pain Level: No Pain
Location: Ankle
I Would Do It Again! 
I wanted to get rid of the tattoo I had on my ankle so I discussed it with a doctor. She was very [more]
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5 of 8 people found this review helpful
 Results Are Great!
Portland, OR
December 14, 2010
Treatment: Laser Tattoo Removal
Pain Level: No Pain
Location: Arm
I Would Do It Again! 
I wanted to remove the tattoo I had on my arm for a few years so I looked for a specialist. The [more]
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3 of 4 people found this review helpful
 Pleased So Far
Columbus, OH
December 14, 2010
Treatment: Laser Tattoo Removal
Pain Level: Moderate
Location: Arm
I Would Do It Again! 
Had a large black tattoo on my lower forearm about 6 in by 3 in. I went to a clinic and met a [more]
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9 of 10 people found this review helpful
 I can See My Tattoo Fading
Austin, TX
November 17, 2010
Treatment: Laser Tattoo Removal
Pain Level: Mild
Location: Chest
I Would Do It Again! 
I had a large colored tattoo on my chest and the doctor told me I would need at least ten visits to [more]
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Q: Is it true that some colors are harder to remove than others?
Yes this is true. Black is the easiest color to remove due... [Read More]
Q: How much does it cost to get laser tattoo removal?
Cost varies greatly based on several factors. See the [Read More]
Q: How does laser tattoo removal work?
Lasers are used to target and remove the pigment in a... [Read More]