TATTOO REMOVAL
Tattoo removal is our area of expertise and we are proud to have the only PicoWay laser available in the lower South Island. The PicoWay laser is often referred to as the Rolls Royce of lasers and as you’ve read we refer to ours as the Delorean because it takes you back to the future . . . faster!
We say this because the PicoWay has the fastest picosecond pulse and the highest peak power of any tattoo removal laser in the world. This means two important things, a greater shattering of pigment and a safer treatment with less collateral damage. This translates to better results in fewer treatments. We can treat all colours and types of tattoos, professional, amateur, cosmetic, radiation and trauma.
We carefully select a handpiece, matching the tattoo colour to the correct wavelength and accurately trace your tattoo. We start with a couple of test spots to assess responses in the skin and to help you prepare for your treatment. The handpiece delivers energy with a highly precise, high power laser in extremely short pulses to target ink particles with great impact. These pulses shatter the pigment into minuscule particles that are easily removed by your body's immune system. The surface of your skin will be unharmed, all the action is happening under the skin. The smaller the particle the more easily the body can flush it out. This happens over multiple treatments spaced 8-10 weeks apart.
The first thing you will see during treatment is a temporary response in the skin that we call frosting.
The tattoo will appear white and raised. This will resolve and the tattoo will now appear as it was, sometimes a little swollen. Keep in mind the pigment has been shattered but the body hasn’t had an opportunity to move it yet. You will still be able to see your tattoo.
Depending on your tattoo factors, area of the body, density ect, you may see bruising at this point. We will continue to cool the area with the zimmer and apply post laser gel.
While for some the feeling is uncomfortable and often described as like a flicking rubber band, it’s a much faster process than getting a tattoo and most people find it very manageable. Lollipops are on hand!
You will be required to keep the area clean and avoid heat in the area for 24 - 48 hours.
The aftercare will differ slightly depending on your tattoo and lifestyle factors and this will be discussed with you before your treatment. Some people will find the area sensitive for a day or two, others not at all. Most people will achieve full removal of a professional tattoo in 6-10 treatments. Brows and amateur and often less. We can help narrow down these guides at your consultation appointment.
Rest assured we are on call for you if you need reassurance or advice post treatment.
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