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Walnut Creek area dermatologist describes laser tattoo removal

A tattoo is forever. Well, at least it used to be! Thanks to advances in laser technology, patients who have tattoos that they want removed can now turn to dermatologists in the Walnut Creek area to have them erased for good. Dr. Christine Lee of The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute is a board certified dermatologist who can provide new and existing patients with laser tattoo removal.

Laser tattoo removal has advanced over the years. It used to be that only black and dark blue colored inks could be removed from the skin. With advances in laser technology, patients can now address tattoos of all colors without damaging the upper layers of the skin. Even larger tattoos can now be taken off the skin in an effective manner.

While more and more men and women are having tattoos done, more are also asking to have them removed. Some tattoos are linked to bad memories, while others may have faded and changed over time. Regardless of the circumstances, Dr. Christine Lee of Walnut Creek can provide a safe solution with the advanced laser technologies in her practice.

Laser tattoo removal works by allowing laser light to pass through the skin and break down the tattoo ink deep down below. The smaller particles of ink are naturally filtered out by the body over time. This results in the faded appearance of the ink to bring the skin tone back to its normal appearance. There is not any scarring left from treatment, and patients are extremely satisfied with their results. Most tattoos will require several visits to remove completely, especially those that use colors that are more difficult to treat such as greens, yellows, and purples.

Laser tattoo removal is done in the dermatological office as an outpatient treatment and the time necessary will vary depending on the size of the tattoo. Patients can expect at least three sessions or more depending on the tattoo’s color, quality, depth, location, and size, Dr. Christine Lee can consult with patients to discuss what is necessary to have specific tattoos removed for good!

Dermatologist describes laser tattoo removal
Dr. Christine Lee

Dr. Min-Wei Christine Lee

Dr. Christine Lee is a Board-certified Dermatologist with sub-specialties in laser surgery, cosmetic surgery, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, facial plastic reconstruction, and dermatologic surgery. She leads The Skin And Laser Treatment Institute as its Director and serves as Clinical Faculty for the Department of Dermatologic Surgery at the University of California San Francisco. Patients travel from across the globe for her expertise, and Dr. Lee has trained thousands of stateside and international doctors.

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