Is Tattoo Removal by Laser effective?
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My friend had a tattoo removed...it's very painful! but it is effective in removing the tattoo image... however there is a scar.
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Laser removal is expensive and not always effective. I have found the most "relief" from being threaded (when the hair is removed using two pieces of twisted string to yank out the hair.) and using Vaniqa twice a day. You have to get it from your dermitologist. I prefer using it after threading, but you can use it after any hair removal process. It slows down the growth process.
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You should consult a dermotologist/plastic surgeon.  They can use lasers to kill the spider veins so they eventually disappear.
433151
i studied the skin in anatomy and physiology...pigment cells (like cells of a mole) are on the very last layer of the epidermis (1st layer). laser will help prevent scaring becasue it uses light to break up these pigment cells. regular surgery is more likely to cause scaring since these pigment cells are so close to the dermis (2nd layer of skin; if cut it can easily be scared)...also since u r dark skined many dermatologist won't recomend laser surgery since all of your skin has these pigment cells, therefore the laser can differentiate between mole pigment cells and your regular skin pigment cell
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Depends on what you mean by safe. I had it done and am no worse off, but it can cause the treated spot to become lighter (usually indicates the collagen is rebuilding) or even darker. This could be permanent. Different lasers and treatment administrators can mean different results, for better or worse. Make sure your provider has worked with your type of skin before, and even then, I would try a small spot (a sample treatment) to see if your skin will react negatively. \n\nOn the plus side, the laser did eliminate a cycle of hair growth.\n\nTips: \n\n1-Ask questions from the office like should you shave prior to treatment and do they use a cooling gel or spray.\n\n2-Wear clothing that covers the area, so you don't get a lot of looks when you leave. \n\n3-Take a pain killer before you go, preferrably at least 30 minutes before. It hurts. Imagine snapping a rubber band several times in one small area--or large area, if you mean legs or other.
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There are a few different ways that tattoos are removed,\nDermabrasion, where skin is "sanded" to remove the surface and middle layers\nCryosurgery, where the area is frozen prior to its removal\nExcision, where the dermatologic surgeon removes the tattoo with a scalpel and closes the wound with stitches\nLasers, have become the standard treatment for tattoo removal because they offer a bloodless, low risk, effective alternative with minimal side effects.\n\nThey are much more expensive to remove then have put on, I have a friend that went with the laser option a small little flower above her breast and 4 visits later, it is slightly visible if you a know where it was, but looks good, it took her about 650 CDN to have it removed, but she is happier not having it.  A lot of the cost depends on the size, colour used, blues, reds and blacks take longer, they are deeper in the skin.  Also the location of where they are tattoos that see the sun, generally fade from the UV (my case, half is lighter then the other, where one side never sees the sun).  Also another determining factor is how well you heal.  \nThey will all generally leave a scar but there are alot of products out now for scars:  Sudden Change does one that you apply, Poly-sporin also has one for scars check out the pharmacy where you would find the first aid stuf: antibiotics (Ozonol, Poly-sporin, band aids etc.  They work quite well.  Because it's so old you may have a better chance at removal, the inks they used then were not as synthetic as today.\n\nGood Luck!
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I've done some research on this and lasers do seem to help SOME people quit smoking.  As with all things, the success rate varies with the determination of the individual.
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When I was 16 and very, very stupid I let my friend do a tattoo on my arm. It didn't look half bad, but it wasn't something I would want on my arm today as an adult. Good news was he didn't put the ink in deep enough or something because five years later it faded to the point where it could not be seen at all. Gone. Now I have the most beutifull portrait tattoo in its place of someone I never want to forget. Alls well that ends well.
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http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp\n\nhttp://www.freedomlasertherapy.com/\n\nhttp://stop-smoking-now.biz/stop-smoking-faq.htm\n\nhttp://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=35623\n\n\nWhat is Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)?\n\nLLLT is the application of a "cold" pure laser light to treat certain conditions. It has been used to successfully treat many kinds of musculoskeletal injuries because it promotes healing and tissue repair. LLLT has also been found to be an extremely successful treatment for alcohol and drug addiction, weight control, and smoking cessation.\n\nIs LLLT safe?\n\nLLLT is a safe, painless, and medication-free treatment. It has been used in England, Canada, and Europe for over 20 years with no documented adverse side effects. Laser therapy is a non-medical procedure and is respected by many physicians as a highly effective treatment. \n\nHow does LLLT work?\n\nThe laser light reached through the skin to stimulate your nerve endings to produce endorphins. Endorphins are produced normally by you and are nature's own mood lifter and anesthetic. The endorphin production relives the physical withdrawal symptoms of quitting smoking and helps keep you from feeling anxious or "crabby".\n\n\n\ngood luck\nI Hope this is enough information for you, and at least it is a start..\ngood luck\nand I know you CAN do it..
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Laser hair removal can be very effective, but you will most likely need to go back in every once in a while for touch-ups.\n\nI recently interviewed a person who has had multiple laser hair removal treatments. You can take a look at the interview here: http://laserhairportal.com/blog/case-study-with-osh/\n\n\nIf you have dark hair with light skin, then you are probably a very good candidate. \n\nHere are a few things to look for when you are comparing different laser hair removal clinics. \n\n1. Make sure that the equipment being used is actually owned by the facility and not just being rented. \n\n2. Find a clinic with a staff that is friendly and highly-trained. You’ll want to invest your money into people that are dedicated to getting you the best possible results. \n\n3. Don’t be fooled by discount laser hair removal clinics. Established medical centers with excellent reputations do not discount their fees. As with all medical procedures, you should look \nfor a clinic with the highest quality, rather than the lowest cost. Laser hair removal requires an experienced and professional staff that provide individual attention and care.
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hmmm, how did u get a fat mole on ur face? Laser surgery may be effective, but a more cheaper alternative would be to kindly ask her to get off your face. If you get into a fight with the sl.. girl with multiple sex partners, there may be a few scars.
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I wish I could post my belly pic as I have the most heinous stretchies ever...I cant find a finger width of normal skin between them. You can have laser treatment (think tattoo removal) but it only eliminates 30% of the marks.  Don't bother with the cocoa butter stuff as that does as much for stretch marks as the gas and air does for labour pain (not much).  Apparently Bio oil can reduce them but not cure them. Just resolve never to wear a bikini again, or get them tattoo'd over to look like tiger stripes!!
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The practitioner uses a hand held device that emits a laser that penetrates the skin and is absorbed by the hair. Once absorbed heat energy is produces in the hair which travels down the shaft and destroys the root.\n\nMore on laser hair removal: http://www.laidbare.info/laser-hair-removal/
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You can go to the dermatologist, I'm pretty sure they're using laser technology for that now.
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I think the only thing that will really help is a laser treatment by the dermatologist. They are probably expensive too.
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My friend had a really good experience with removing a "spot" that was worrisome to the doc.  As for cosmetic lasers, get the credentials and references.
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yes yo can have the tattoos remove but you have to have a appointment