Is Laser Tattoo Removal Safe? Huntington, NY Residents Ask

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Is laser tattoo removal safe? Huntington, NY residents, often ask Dr. Roger Koreen. They also ask about the validity of tattoo removal success stories they see online. That’s because you typically only see two photos — before and after. The radical change makes it challenging for people to believe.

Is Laser Tattoo Removal Safe? Huntington, NY Area Residents Ask

Yes, laser tattoo does work, says Dr. Koreen, but not how the pictures make it seem. A doctor can use a high-intensity light beam laser to break apart the paint pigments on and underneath your skin. Black ink is the most straightforward color to remove.

What the photos do not show is the entire process. It requires multiple treatments and many months to achieve breathtaking results. Each individual differs in the number of laser treatments needed, based upon the person’s age, tattoo colors, and tattoo size. The color of the individual’s skin also contributes to the number of visits required.

Laser tattoo removal remains the most effective and popular method of removing a tattoo. The side effects of the treatment are that you will have slight bruising, a tingling sensation similar to sunburn, tenderness, itching, and crusting over the area for days after the treatment. The ink that dissipates into your skin gets safely absorbed by your body.

PicoSure laser tattoo removal treatment is a newer option. It offers faster results in fewer treatment sessions. The laser is very mild on the skin and is considered safe with little chance of complications.

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The photos you see online do represent real cases and actual treatment results. Although they only represent the beginning of the first session and the end of the last one, laser tattoo removal is an effective and optimal way to remove unwanted tattoos, as the pictures show.

Contact Dr. Koreen at Huntington NY’s Dermatology & Cosmetic Laser Center for a consultation. Call (631) 417-3300 to make your appointment to remove your tattoo.


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Roger Koreen, M.D., F.A.A.D.

Roger Koreen, M.D., F.A.A.D.

Dr. Roger Koreen has dedicated more than three decades to providing a wide range of dermatology services to over 90,000 patients. He received his medical training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine before going on to complete his residency at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Medical Institute. As a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, as well as the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Dr. Koreen is committed to continuing education and training. In addition to his practice, Dr. Koreen is also a staff member at Huntington Hospital.

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