If you are one of the millions of Americans who want to get rid of a tattoo, you are in luck. PicoWay is an advanced laser tattoo removal treatment that is also effective for skin irregularities, pigmentation and age spots. For tattoo removal, PicoWay overcomes several limitations of traditional laser tattoo removal.
Traditional lasers are limited to specific tattoo colors and types. In some cases, they do not effectively break up the ink particles and there is usually a little discomfort during the treatment. In addition, darker skin tones are more at risk of hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation from traditional laser.
PicoWay is a Federal Drug Administration (FDA) cleared treatment for a wide range of tattoos. For a variety of skin types, it offers better results with fewer …show more content…
Red, green and yellow ink is more difficult to remove with traditional laser techniques. The reason darker skin tones are harder to treat is that the pigments in the skin also absorb the laser energy and can become burned. These problems are solved with PicoWay. Since it emits less heat energy, there is less chance for any skin tone to be injured.
All laser tattoo removal techniques require several sessions for optimum results. The number of treatments needed depend on the color of ink, how long the person had the tattoo, whether it was done by a professional or an amateur, the size and location on the body. Since the ink particles are carried away in the blood stream, tattoos near the heart may fade faster than tattoos on the ankles or hands.
During your first visit with our specialist, your tattoo will be inspected and a test may be done to determine your skin’s reaction to the laser. You will be given protection for your eyes. The treated area may feel like it is slightly sunburned, so you may use cold compresses to sooth the area. We may recommend a topical antibiotic ointment for the
Traditional lasers are limited to specific tattoo colors and types. In some cases, they do not effectively break up the ink particles and there is usually a little discomfort during the treatment. In addition, darker skin tones are more at risk of hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation from traditional laser.
PicoWay is a Federal Drug Administration (FDA) cleared treatment for a wide range of tattoos. For a variety of skin types, it offers better results with fewer …show more content…
Red, green and yellow ink is more difficult to remove with traditional laser techniques. The reason darker skin tones are harder to treat is that the pigments in the skin also absorb the laser energy and can become burned. These problems are solved with PicoWay. Since it emits less heat energy, there is less chance for any skin tone to be injured.
All laser tattoo removal techniques require several sessions for optimum results. The number of treatments needed depend on the color of ink, how long the person had the tattoo, whether it was done by a professional or an amateur, the size and location on the body. Since the ink particles are carried away in the blood stream, tattoos near the heart may fade faster than tattoos on the ankles or hands.
During your first visit with our specialist, your tattoo will be inspected and a test may be done to determine your skin’s reaction to the laser. You will be given protection for your eyes. The treated area may feel like it is slightly sunburned, so you may use cold compresses to sooth the area. We may recommend a topical antibiotic ointment for the