A novel, simple and efficacious technique for tattoo removal resulting in less pain using the Q-switched Nd:YAG laser

Lasers Med Sci. 2014 Jul;29(4):1445-7. doi: 10.1007/s10103-014-1542-3. Epub 2014 Mar 2.

Abstract

A new yet simple technique has been tested on patients seeking tattoo removal by Q-switched Nd:YAG laser based on an observational study. The technique involves application of a glass microscope slide on the treatment area with a firm pressure to compress the skin which results in evacuating the blood from the capillary plexus. Results from a survey of 31 patients revealed that most felt less pain and reported less epidermal damage post-treatment. This new technique is easy to apply and inexpensive, using standard, conventional Q-switched lasers.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Epidermis
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy / instrumentation*
  • Laser Therapy / methods
  • Lasers, Solid-State / therapeutic use*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pain
  • Tattooing
  • Young Adult