Tattoos
Tattoos have become very popular in our society. They are a way to display a person's interests, memories, and other parts of their life. With thousands of tattoo designs to choose from, if you are interested in getting a tattoo, you'll find something that speaks for you.
At some point, however, you might find that the tattoo you got when you were 16 no longer has the same meaning. If you have a tattoo that you would like to remove, the tips in this section will help you learn about your options. You'll find information about tattoo removal, and more specifically, about laser tattoo removal.
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Laser Tattoo Removal
Having a tattoo removed is quite common, over half of tattoo recipients change their mind and would like to have their tattoos removed. Laser removal is the most common and effective method. Laser removal can be expensive and usually takes several doctor visits to complete the procedure. The laser does cause some pain and burning (like a sunburn) and usually a doctor will prescribe Tylenol and topical anesthetic ointment prior to removing the tattoo.
Tattoo Removal
We often regret our actions, when conducted in an act of rebellion or haste, which often was the case with tattoos. In the past, individuals who got tattoos frequently did it on a whim, while drunk, as a permanent vacation souvenir, or to solely upset their parents or spouses. Fast forward 10 years, and those same rebels are deciding they made a bad choice and want to get rid of their ink.