Q-Switched ND YAG Laser Tattoo Removal

Years ago, getting a tattoo meant having a lifetime commitment to your body art. Today, minimally invasive laser solutions like Q-Switched ND YAG laser tattoo removal have made it possible to erase most tattoos.

At Berman Skin Institute, our staff of more than 100 skin care doctors and specialists regularly use lasers for safe, effective tattoo removal. Schedule an appointment at any of our offices to receive the personalized care that we have delivered for more than 30 years.

How Do Q-Switched ND YAG Lasers Work?

The Q-Switched ND YAG laser simplifies the process of removing unwanted tattoos from the skin. When used alone or in tandem with other tattoo removal lasers, it can reduce the appearance of tattoos, even those with multiple colors.

As the laser is moved across the tattooed skin, its beam shatters the pigments used in the tattoo. Once shattered into microscopic pieces, the pigment can be absorbed, processed and eliminated from the body. The overall effect of reducing the look of a tattoo takes time. Most patients require multiple 10-minute appointments with the Q-Switched ND YAG laser to see results.

What Benefits Does the Q-Switched ND YAG Laser Offer?

When used to help the body get rid of unwanted tattoo pigments, the Q-Switched ND YAG laser can be highly beneficial. Several advantages of this leading-edge piece of equipment include:

Treating blue-black, red and orange tattoos.
Treating cosmetic tattoos in sensitive areas.
Treating trauma-related tattoos.
Reducing the look of some brown-colored birthmarks and other skin discolorations.

Are There Any Side Effects to Tattoo Treatment With the Q-Switched ND YAG Laser?

After receiving treatment with the Q-Switched ND YAG laser, patients typically experience irritation of the top layer of their skin. Generally, the irritation level is mild to moderate and can last up to a week. Every patient has a different response because every tattoo, and, therefore, tattoo removal process is unique.

Can Anyone Get This Kind of Laser Tattoo Removal?

This kind of laser tattoo removal produces reliable outcomes for most patients. However, individuals with very dark skin may need to discuss a different kind of tattoo removal. Additionally, tanned patients should wait until their tan has faded.

Is the Q-Switched ND YAG Laser Tattoo a Safe and Comfortable Procedure?

All surgical procedures carry a degree of risk and minor complications that rarely affect the outcome may occur when being treated for tattoo removal with lasers. However, major complications related to the use of the Q-Switched ND YAG laser are unusual.

Some patients tolerate the procedure better than others, but all patients receive a topical anesthetic cream a half-hour before each procedure. If sensations of pain persist, lidocaine injections may help.

During your consultation at Berman Skin Institute, our skin care experts will discuss all considerations.