Dermabrasion Tattoo Removal
When I started looking into dermabrasion, all I could say to myself was “ouch!” There has got to be newer and less painful ways to go when removing a tattoo. See, the skin is sanded down to remove layers of your skin, especially the surface and middle layers of a tattoo. The method uses a wire brush or a diamond wheel with rough edges to remove the upper layers of skin, while the burr or the brush rotates rapidly to level out your skin. Yes there is bleeding, and depending on how long the tool is used, and how much pressure is applied during the process, determines just how much bleeding and how much scarring will occur afterwards. Yes, there will be scarring. This method started out by being the way to go when removing acne scars, gradually growing into tattoo removal.
Professionals should be the only people putting your tattoo on, if not, your chances of an easy removal using dermabrasion are slim to none. If the tattoo is done by an amateur or is older it might be difficult to sand away the tat. See, when the pigmented skin is sanded away, its hoped new skin will grow in its place usually scabbing and eventually scarring. Do your homework when picking a doctor and doctor’s office before this process begins. Costs are just about as expensive as getting your tattoo removed via lasers. It could cost you around a thousand bucks.
Healing takes approximately 7 to 10 days. During that time it’s going to feel like the worst sunburn you’ve ever experienced. Over the counter medication is usually what the doctor prescribes, so it’s important to know the healing process isn’t as bad as other methods. While you're healing your skin will be discolored, mainly pinkish. No worries, your skin will eventually go back to its natural color usually after six to eight weeks. During that time, the doctor says to avoid direct sunlight, similar to when you originally had your tattoo put on, only this time you should stay out of the sun for approximately 3 to 6 months. Also similar to getting the tattoo on, the healing process will bring out the itch. Don’t scratch it though!! Apply and reapply medication and dressing, or bandages, regularly to lessen the itch. If you see a yellow crust forming you should go back to the doctor, it’s a sign of infection and needs to be treated immediately. Make sure you inform your doctor of any skin conditions such as Keloid or any other active skin conditions. The doctor just might have to find a different way to remove your tat.
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