Tattooing is an art that dates back at least 5000 years. Whilst Tattooing is popular, many studies have shown that at least 50% of those people that have tattoos would like to remove them. Many others that appreciate tattoos and have many tattoos are tired of their old tattoos and would like to perhaps acquire new ones.
Tattoos have been much easier to put on than to take off. Tattoos have been removed in the past by surgery, abrasives and so on. All these treatments leave significant scars. The best form of treatment for Tattoos is Laser. The current laser technology is so advanced that there is a 95% chance that your tattoo will be removed scar free.
BC LASER AND SKINCARE in Greater Vancouver was the first clinic in Western Canada to possess the Medlite C6 laser that can remove all colours of ink in one laser. It can tackle 4 wavelengths in the same laser. Green and yellow inks can be removed but may take a longer time to do so.
We use the following Q SWITCH LASERS for tattoo removal:
We can customize a treatment plan for the
individual patient for complete tattoo removal. BC LASER AND SKINCARE
offers a complete solution for the individual patient in Vancouver, BC.
At BC LASER AND SKINCARE in greater Vancouver we have probably performed the most number of Tattoo Removal treatments in greater Vancouver.
It can be used for all types of ink colours as
it has several wavelengths in the same laser. Some inks are more
difficult to remove as are newer tattoos and professional tattoos and
may take many treatments whilst other tattoos can be removed in as
little as one treatment.
Questions to ask a tattoo removal clinic in Vancouver, BC are
1. How many tattoo removal treatments have you done?
2. Is there a physician supervising or performing the treatment?
3. Do you have all the q switch lasers for treatment?
4. Show me your photos?
5. Do you have a certified Laser Safety Officer on Site?
How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments depends upon the size and colour of tattoo as well as age and whether it was professional or amateur.Newer tattoos and professional tattoos take longer to remove. In general, you may need anywhere from 3 to 6 treatments spaced about a month apart. We use local anesthetic to avoid discomfort during the procedure and will give you instructions on aftercare.
How much will I have to invest in this Treatment?
Prices depend upon size, colour and age of tattoo. We provide a consultation to assess your Tattoo and can give you a better estimate at that time. Call our office to schedule your free assessment.
