Laser tattoo removal

Citation
Rm. Adrian et L. Griffin, Laser tattoo removal, CLIN PLAST, 27(2), 2000, pp. 181
Citations number
71
Categorie Soggetti
Surgery
Journal title
CLINICS IN PLASTIC SURGERY
ISSN journal
00941298 → ACNP
Volume
27
Issue
2
Year of publication
2000
Database
ISI
SICI code
0094-1298(200004)27:2<181:LTR>2.0.ZU;2-N
Abstract
Laser treatments for the removal of tattoos give better cosmetic results th an conventional, nonlaser methods. Different types of lasers, each with its advantages and complications, are used for tattoo removal. The availabilit y of Q-switched ruby Nd:YAG and alexandrite lasers has revolutionized the t reatment of tattoos, and these modalities are currently the standard of car e for the cosmetic removal of unwanted tattoos.