Tattoos made with love may lose their importance for you over time. Tattoo removal was not preferred much in the past because it was quite laborious and difficult. However, with the development of technology, the Q-switch laser process, which is the most effective method, has become a method that can remove tattoos both easily and permanently.


What is a Q-Switch laser?

The laser beams used during the procedure target the pigments under the skin where the tattoo inks are located. In this way, the pigments are broken down and removed from the body over time. This method, which is applied only to the area where the tattoo is on the skin, does not harm other tissues. The treatment can be performed in any season, but it is important to protect the applied area from the sun. Therefore, the winter season is preferred.


What is Laser Tattoo Removal?

Today, the most successful tattoo removal process is laser treatments. Laser beams reach the middle skin layer where the dye is present, break down the dyes with its high temperature, and the disintegrated dye is eliminated by the immune system. We have 2 types of devices.


How Is Laser Tattoo Removal Performed?

The laser beam used in tattoo removal is absorbed by the compounds that give the tattoo color in the dermis and subcutaneous tissue, passing through the epidermis layer of the skin. Thus, these substances are broken down and eliminated by the immune system. Since black tattoos can absorb all kinds of light, they are the easiest tattoos to get results. You can get a response to laser treatment in dark colors and red colors.


What kind of preparation is made before Q-Switch laser treatment?

The area to be treated should be protected from the sun for 1-2 weeks before and after the Q-Switch laser treatment. It should be shaved if deemed necessary by specialists. It is appropriate not to take aspirin and blood thinners 1 week before the treatment. Local anesthetic cream is applied 30-45 minutes before the procedure.


Is There Any Scar After Laser Tattoo Removal?

In the vast majority of laser tattoo removal treatments, there is no permanent scar. However, it should not be forgotten that every medical procedure has some risks. If you follow the rules that must be followed before and after the application, it is possible to get rid of your tattoo without any problems.


How is tattoo removal done with Q-Switch laser?

In the tattoo removal application with the Q-Switch laser, laser beams of different wavelengths are used according to the type of tattoo. The dye used in the tattoo is broken down by laser light. The dye, which is divided into small pieces, is carried by the cells and excreted from the body.
With the Q-Switch laser method, old tattoos are removed in a shorter time. Again, dark tattoos are easier to remove than light tattoos.
The area where the tattoo is located is very important in the erasing process. If the tattoo is on an area with good blood supply and thin skin, such as the face, recovery occurs faster after treatment. Better results can be obtained in less time. In areas with thick skin such as the body, arms and legs, the process may take longer and more sessions may be required.


Considerations Before And After Laser Tattoo Removal

The area should be protected from the sun for two weeks before the application. If the tattoo is new, it should be waited for several months.
It is recommended not to use hot water, sauna or steam bath for 2-3 days after Q-Switch laser treatment. Epithelializing (skin regenerating creams) and sunscreen creams are used with the advice of the doctor. Until the crusting on the skin is healed, one should not enter the sea, especially the pool. In the presence of any infection, a dermatologist should be consulted immediately.

How long does tattoo removal treatment with Q-Switch laser take?

The deletion process usually gives results between 2 and 6 sessions. The interval between sessions is 4-8 weeks. Processing time varies between 10 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the size of the tattoo. Factors such as whether the tattoo is old or new, the location of the tattoo, its depth, and the variety of colors affect the duration of the treatment and the number of sessions.