Tattoo Removal

At our laser tattoo removal clinic, Dr Omarjee will tell you how long to wait between appointments based on the progress made and your skin type. If you are experiencing discomfort, a cooling or numbing solution can be applied to minimise discomfort. Dr Omarjee and his team may use additional methods during your session as well.

Following Your Procedure:

• Treated areas may swell somewhat and turn red but usually only for a few hours
• Between treatments, be sure to keep the area covered and out of the sun
• Dr Omarjee will give you additional tips for care during your appointment

Our Melbourne laser tattoo removal clinic uses the Revlite Q-Switched laser. This works to effectively remove unwanted tattoos by delivering specific wavelengths of light at ultra-fast repetition rates to the targeted area.

Once this light enters the deeper layers of the skin, it penetrates and breaks down the colour of the ink in the tattoo. These shattered tiny particles of ink are then able to be absorbed by the body and eliminated by the immune system through natural processes.

The average number of treatments required for tattoo removal in Victoria varies as it depends on a number of variables such as ink type and colour, the size of the tattoo, the location of the tattoo, medical history, and lifestyle habits to name a few. Most people will need a minimum of 6 treatments to see an improvement in tattoo eradication.

When it comes to laser tattoo removal in Melbourne, cost will depend on several factors – including the size of the tattoo and the number of treatments it will require. After your consultation, the practitioner will provide a price estimate for the treatment series.

Every patient and tattoo responds differently, but it typically takes between 8 and 12 week*s for the body to absorb the ink particles. Following the recommended post-treatment protocol will likely improve the results and reduce the chance of adverse events.

Yes, some lasers provide precisely enough energy so that a small amount of the tattoo ink can be removed without affecting the surrounding tattoo. Check with your clinician to see if this is available in their laser tattoo removal clinic.

Tattoos can be lightened in preparation for a cover-up tattoo. We do recommend that you wait for six week*s between your last treatment and having the new tattoo completed.

One hour before treatment, a topical anaesthetic cream can be applied to the area. This will minimise any discomfort during the treatment. Most clients describe the feeling as a hot elastic band being flicked onto the skin. Our laser tattoo removal clinic also maximises patient comfort by using a thermal cooling device (Zimmer) to apply cold air to the skin.

Blisters and scabs can be a normal response to tattoo removal. Keep the skin covered with a healing ointment and gauze to promote healing and prevent scarring.

Medicare and private health insurance companies will not cover laser tattoo removal since it is considered an elective cosmetic procedure.

• Whitening of the tattoo or blanching (hypopigmentation)
• Darkening of the tattoo (hyperpigmentation)
• Redness and slight swelling
• Itching
• Bruising
• Blistering
• Pinpoint bleeding
• Scabbing
• Scarring

The DOC laser tattoo removal clinic uses the latest medical-grade technology (Revlite) which has four wavelengths (1064nm, 532nm, 585nm and 650nm), meaning we can treat most colours. Colours such as green, sky blue and purple (for example) can be the most difficult to remove.

Before your treatment at The DOC laser tattoo removal clinic, it is important to keep out of the sun for a minimum of four week*s. It is also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle by drinking plenty of water, exercising regularly, and reducing/stopping smoking and alcohol consumption. We want to ensure that the immune system is not overly taxed during this time, as the body needs to break down and absorb the ink particles. The healthier you are, the more effective this process will be.

• For 24-48 hours after your treatment, you must apply Bepanthen cream and a soothing agent such as Aspect Gold-Post Treatment Balm.
• A non-stick dressing may be applied at our laser tattoo removal clinic, and is to be kept on the area for the first 24-48 hours. This cream may be removed if no scabbing or blistering is present.
• It is important that you do not pick at any crusting that may form on the area.
• Apply at least an SPF 30+ daily to areas exposed to the sun.
• You must avoid applying heat to the area that may lead to excessive sweating (hot showers, saunas, spas, excessive exercise, etc.)
• Drink plenty of water.
• Reduce or stop smoking and drinking, as this will assist with the elimination of ink particles.