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”Why did I ever put Amber’s name on my arm?” While the name or body area may be different, there is no doubt countless men have asked themselves that same question. It seemed like a great thought at the time but now, it’s not only awkward but the new girlfriend isn’t going to stand for it.

You are not the only one who feels that way.It is estimated that more than 10 million people have at least 1 tattoo and a busy physician who specializes in tattoo removal says that about 50% of those who get a tattoo later bemoan doing so. Embarrassment, poor self-image or potential loss of a career are just a few of the reasons people opt for tattoo removal.

Regardless of the reason, the good news is you don’t have to wear a tattoo you no longer want and you do have options for getting it removed.  If you are willing to pay the price, both in dollars, pain and perhaps less than optimum results.

Laser Tattoo Removal:  This is the most common process of tattoo removal today.  It works by focusing on the ink with pulses of highly concentrated laser light that breaks the ink into tiny pieces which are then cleared away by the body’s immune system. It often requires multiple treatments depending on the size, color of inks used and whether or not the tattoo has been covered up with another at some point.

Light Therapy through Intense Pulses or ILP:  This process of tattoo removal uses high intensity light in a way that is comparable to the way laser light is used but with less trauma to the skin.  It is less painful than laser treatments and may be more effective with fewer treatments.  Unfortunately, it is also more expensive.

Dermabrasion: During this process, the skin is frozen using a solution that is sprayed on the skin.  The skin is then sanded to remove the surface layer as well as the middle layers of the skin.  

Excision: This is a surgical tattoo removal procedure where the tattoo is cut out from the body.  A local anesthetic to numb the area is injected into the skin and the tattoo is then surgically removed.

Tattoo Removal Cream: This is rubbed into the tattooed area numerous times before it is absorbed by the skin to the layer where the tattoo ink has been injected.  The cream creates a chemical reaction that basically destroys the chemical bond the ink has formed with your skin.  The reaction causes the ink to be busted into small particles – foreign bodies – which stimulates the immune system to remove them.

Expected Results: Tattoo removal is a viable option today.  Regardless of the method you chose to remove your tattoo, some scarring or variations of the skin can be expected.  While optimum results are always desired, the ultimate outcome depends upon several factors such as the age of the tattoo, colors of ink used, depth of the tattoo and the health of the individual getting the tattoo removed. 
The healing time will depend upon the size and depth of the tattoo, the procedure used and the individual themselves.