Tattoo Removal Albany - Laser Tattoo Removal Upstate New York

Serving Albany, Saratoga Springs, Schenectady, Capital District and Troy, New York

With the development of modern Laser Tattoo Removal, no longer does one night's indiscretion have to be a source of life long embarrassment. Albany Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Falk is one of a select group of surgeons in the Albany area to perform laser tattoo removal. Laser tattoo removal is a major advance over older methods of treatment such as dermabrasion and direct excision which can leave unsightly scars.

Tattoo removal is accomplished using lasers that break up the pigment contained in tattoo ink which is then removed through normal physiological processes. High energy, rapid pulsed (nanoseconds) lasers called Q-switched lasers are utilized for this purpose. Tattoos of multiple colors require the use of lasers with more than one wavelength to achieve the specificity necessary for their removal. Some colors like blue, black and red are much easier to remove than others such as green and yellow.

Laser tattoo removal requires multiple treatments, and usually results in scarless healing. Sometimes it may not be possible to remove a tattoo in its entirety with current methods. Individuals must also understand that in the wake of tattoo removal, occasionally, there can be lightening of the skin from loss of natural pigment around the treatment area.

The treatment is accompanied by mild discomfort, some crusting and occasionally pinpoint bleeding.

If you want to learn more about what The Center for Facial Plastic Surgery and Laser Skin Care of North Eastern New York can offer you, please take a look at our website and contact our Albany tattoo removal office today to schedule a consultation.

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