Laser tattoo removal london  are intended to be permanent pieces of art, however many people have a change of heart and wish to remove their tattoo. The best option for safe, effective tattoo removal is laser treatment. The energy from the laser light breaks up the pigments in the skin and they are absorbed by macrophages which then carry them out of the body through the lymphatic system. After a number of treatments the ink fades and over time the tattoo becomes barely visible. The procedure is much safer than traditional methods such as dermabrasion, excision and cryosurgery which involve more intense injuries to the skin.

At the London Dermatology Centre we have the latest in tattoo removal london technology in the form of the PicoSure and PicoWay lasers. These are considered the gold standard of laser equipment as they can deliver significantly more power and shorter pulses to break down the pigments in the skin. This means fewer treatments are required which makes your tattoo removal quicker and cheaper.

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A full consultation is required before you can book your first treatment. During this time, the practitioner will take your medical history and examine your tattoo. A patch test will also be carried out on a small section of the skin before proceeding with the main treatment.

Laser treatment is tolerable and the discomfort experienced is minimal, similar to having the tattoo applied. Patients have compared it to the sensation of a band snapping against the skin. We recommend that you eat and drink well in the days leading up to your appointment, wear loose fit clothing, avoid excessive sun exposure and take paracetamol an hour prior to the procedure to help alleviate any discomfort.