By Jordan V. Wang, MD, MBETattoo removal has gained in popularity in recent years. Especially with newer technology and devices, procedures are more effective now than ever before. According to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), ne...By Jordan V. Wang, MD, MBETattoo removal has gained in popularity in recent years. Especially with newer technology and devices, procedures are more effective now than ever before. According to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), ne......

Laser Tattoo RemovalLaser tattoo removal is a method of tattoo removal that uses concentrated energy to break down the pigments in tattoo ink, shattering them into very tiny particles which are then absorbed into and eliminated by the body. The proce...Laser Tattoo RemovalLaser tattoo removal is a method of tattoo removal that uses concentrated energy to break down the pigments in tattoo ink, shattering them into very tiny particles which are then absorbed into and eliminated by the body. The proce......

Comfort Level6.8Overall Satisfaction9.0Editorial ReviewPros:Safe and effective. Faster clearance of tattoo ink than older devices.Can also help with skin tone and texture.Results are very predictable with low risk of complications from a certified ...Tattoo treatments can be painful and often require local anesthetic (topical anesthesia).Tattoo removal is a lengthy process, can sometimes take more treatment sessions than expected.Things You Should Know:There is some post-treatment downtime ......

Sometimes we do things we come to regret- like getting that tattoo while on a Mexican holiday in our younger, less inhibited years. So the question is, how does one get rid of that embarrassing "tat"? According to Allison Vidimos, MD, ...In most cases, tattoo removal requires a series of laser treatments, spaced four to eight weeks apart. Before you make an appointment, however, consider the following:1. ......

Unique availability of the 755 nm wavelength in addition to traditional tattoo/pigment wavelengths.Works very well on black tattoos, especially those that have had prior treatment plateau with nanosecond devices. Even ...It is not better, and sometimes worse, than good Q-switched lasers for tattoo removal.There may be some blistering for tattoo treatment. Black ink may go slower than other lasers, although bright colors are cleared a lot ......

By  Jake ElsonIn the bad old days, it was mostly soldiers and slaves who got tattooed, and usually against their will, since the purpose was to make them easier to capture if they deserted or ran away. Fast forward to this century, and by 2012, ...Tattoo Removal OptionsAn even bigger factor in decreasing the shock value and commitment of the tattoo is the entire industry standing by, ready to take ......

Editor's RatingPhysician Review of GentleLase Hair Removal by Syneron Candela9.0/10 OverallMarketing Claims9.5Peer Reviewed Literature9.7Consistency of Results9.7Comfort Level7.0Overall Satisfaction9.0Editorial ReviewPros:High level of p......

Hair Removal is on the rise and this is the time to start planning for a hair-free summer. Due to the lack of sunlight exposure during wintertime, this season is the safer for procedures that make the skin sensitive to the sun.Laser Hair RemovalLaser......

Tattoo regret fuels reversal trendBy Eileen SpatzWell it seemed like the right thing to do at the time, getting that Technicolor “body art” sleeve engulfing the entire arm back in the early aughts. After all, how better to tell the world ...In fact, tattoo removal is a booming segment of the aesthetic care industry, with double-digit increases year over year for about five years running. In fact, ......

... your own skin, such as summers spent sunbathing without a lick of sunscreen or an ill-thought tattoo emblazoned on your ankle during a night of impulsive fun. Etching your skin may have seemed harmless at the time, but as the years go by you ...PicoSure is the first and only aesthetic picosecond laser for the safe and effective removal of tattoos and benign pigmented lesions, as well as acne scars, wrinkles and skin revitalization treatments.” Laser treatments ......

Laser and light treatments for tone and scarsBody sculpting Vein treatments  Laser tattoo removal Chemical peelsThese findings seem to align with Fitzgerald's and other board-certified dermatologists experiences.  Patients ...Laser and light treatments for tone and scarsBody sculpting Vein treatments  Laser tattoo removal Chemical peelsThese findings seem to align with Fitzgerald's and other board-certified dermatologists experiences.  Patients report ......

This is often a good option for procedures such as tattoo removal or having something removed from your skin. #3 Nerve block - Facial nerve blocks give patients significant regional anesthesia. ...This is often a good option for procedures such as tattoo removal or having something removed from your skin. #3 Nerve block - Facial nerve blocks give patients significant regional anesthesia. ......

... laser treatment anytime soon, whether it's to treat your melasma, wrinkles, or scar or tattoo removal, stop and ask yourself a few serious questions first.  While most laser procedures are completed with a high patient ...... laser treatment anytime soon, whether it's to treat your melasma, wrinkles, or scar or tattoo removal, stop and ask yourself a few serious questions first.  While most laser procedures are completed with a high patient satisfaction ......

... the affected breast, pain or swelling in the breast, or lumps can indicate the need for surgical removal of the ruptured implant.A new type of implant, just FDA approved in 2013, is the "form-stable" implant, affectionately nicknamed ......

And now, one of the inventors of CoolSculpting says, the selective removal of pigment with cold is possible.Dr. Dieter Manstein, a board-certified dermatologist and co-inventor of CoolSculptingsays there is ongoing ......

Toxins (Botox or Dysport):  $550 per visitChemical peel:  $673Laser hair removal:  $306 per visitMicrodermabrasion:  $144 per visit*These costs do not include anesthesia, operating room, prescription medications, ......

Botox, fillers, microdermabrasion and laser hair removal, non-invasive fat reduction was the third most popular.Look no further than the annual growth that non-invasive fat reduction has seen in ......

Botox and Dermal fillersChemical peelsLaser hair removal: Dermabrasion, CoolSculpting, SculpSure, and Kybella, Non-surgical skin tightening with laser treatmentWhile the ASPS board-certified plastic ......

... a liposuction surgery, a sterile solution of saline and lidocaine is injected into the area of fat removal to make vacuuming out the fat easier and less painful.  The fat is then suctioned out from underneath the skin with a thin tube called a ......

... liposuction surgery, a sterile solution of saline and lidocaine is injected into the area of fat removal to make vacuuming out the fat easier and less painful.  The fat is then suctioned out from underneath the skin with a thin tube called a ......

At this point in time, the device is not able to remove fat, but many patients do a fat removal process like CoolSculpting first, followed by body toning, with impressive results. Although it’s not a magic bullet for all of your ......

Laser hair removal is a long-term solution for eliminated unwanted hair from the legs and other body parts.Spider veins: The bane of so many women?s summer ......

A reduction in fine lines and deep wrinklesMore even skin tone by removal of discoloration and hyperpigmentation Smoother, improved textureSignificantly tighter and firmer skinA reduction in acne scarring and ......

Laser procedures to reduce early signs of aging, as well as hair removal, are also popular among younger patients."It's never too soon to be proactive about taking care of your skin," Dr. Chapas said. ......

This involves the removal of a scar, which is then sewn up with sutures. The cost for this procedure is about $250-$300 per scar. Deep chemical peels are often ......

In the former age group, popular procedures included laser hair removal, nose reshaping or rhinoplasty, laser skin resurfacing, botulinum toxin products, and breast augmentation. The latter group also added soft ......

The machine deposits a medical-grade to aid with the removal of dead cells and debris. At the same time, it vacuums the skin surface with a silicone tip. Glycolic and salicylic acid is deposited onto ......