WHAT IS TATTOO & PIGMENT REMOVAL?

The “Q” in Q switched laser treatment stands for “quality.” A Q switched laser pulses high power laser beams with such precision that they don’t have any thermal interaction with tissues. This means that it produces minimal damage to surrounding tissues internally and targets only the tattoo ink pigments. An added benefit of this is a quicker and less complicated healing time. The Q Switched laser has been determined as a gold standard for tattoo removal. It works by producing extremely short pulses of high energy light. The light is then absorbed by the particles of the tattoo pigment but doesn’t get absorbed by the surrounding skin. The tattoo pigment then heats up and starts to break down into small particles. Following your treatment session, your body's immune system will carry away the pieces and the pigment fades over time. A Q-Switch laser may also be used to treat pigmented lesions including age spots, freckles, sunspots and some birthmarks, it targets the melanin in the superficial layer of your skin. When the pigmented lesion absorbs the light energy from the Q-Switch Laser it gets converted into heat.

The Spectrum helps reduce a vast range of tattoo pigments.

ANYWHERE ON THE BODY. ANY SKIN TYPE. ANY TIME OF THE YEAR.

  • While there may be some discomfort, most people describe it as similar to a rubber band snapping against the skin. Topical or injectable numbing creams can be used to alleviate pain.

  • If you had the tattoo you’ll be fine having it removed. Most people describe the sensation as similar to the snap of a rubber band against the skin. Plus, most treatments last only 30 seconds to 2 minutes!

  • The treated area may experience redness & swelling.

  • If your goal is full removal, this typically requires 8-12 sessions. Fortunately, appointments can be as quick as 10-15 minutes depending on the size of your tattoo, making it easy to fit into your schedule.