Does Tattoo Removal Hurt?

PicoSure® Tattoo Removal is the first FDA-cleared medical laser that utilizes PressureWave technology to shatter ink into particles that are 100 times smaller than the majority of tattoo removal lasers. The ink is then eliminated, resulting in clearer skin in fewer treatments, without damaging the surrounding skin.

To ease discomfort during your tattoo removal treatments, we offer two types of anesthesia:

• 1) Topical anesthesia is the standard used for tattoo removal- this numbing cream is applied to the surface of the tattoo 25 minutes prior to treatment and helps to desensitize the discomfort of the laser.
• 2) Local anesthesia is available for an additional charge and an option only found in Kansas City at Premier Vein & Body by Schwartz.  Lidocaine is injected under the tattoo into the dermis layer of skin 10 minutes prior to treatment and significantly minimizes the discomfort of the laser.

With PicoSure, there’s no special prep and procedures typically take about 10-15 minutes, compared to lengthy treatment sessions of other tattoo removal procedures. Most people experience very minimal pain and your treatment provider may offer numbing cream to minimize any possible discomfort.

After treatment, most patients experience only 1-3 hours of minor swelling and redness. Because PicoSure doesn’t burn and damage the surface of the skin, make-up, moisturizes and sunscreens may be applied immediately following treatment.