What is R20 tattoo removal?

An Innovation in Treatment Protocols

The R20 laser tattoo removal method is an innovative approach to treating unwanted tattoos. Through a sequence of a series of treatments spaced 20 minutes apart, multiple laser treatments may be performed in one day.

What is R20 in tattoo?

Actually, the R20 method is simply a protocol – a unique treatment style – for using a Q-switched laser for tattoo removal. Instead of one treatment pass over the tattoo during the patient's visit, multiple passes are performed with the goal of shattering more ink for more substantial ink clearance between sessions.

What is Q switch tattoo removal?

The Q Switched Ruby laser works by producing extremely short pulses of high energy red light. The light is then absorbed by the particles of the tattoo pigment but doesn't get absorbed by the surrounding skin. The tattoo pigment then heats up and starts to break down into small particles.

What is the most effective tattoo removal?

Most experts consider laser removal to be the most successful and cost-effective way to remove tattoos. Often, lasers don't completely remove a tattoo. Instead, they significantly lighten or fade it so it's much less noticeable.

What is considered large tattoo for removal?

What Size Is Considered a Large Tattoo? A tattoo above 35 square inches—about the size of a postcard—qualifies as large. Multiplying the height by the width will tell you the size of your tattoo in square inches. The cost of tattoo removal is determined by the number of sessions needed, which depends on the size.

R20 Laser Tattoo Removal Technique

How many sessions does it take to remove a tattoo?

Laser tattoo removal looks different for everyone since each person and their tattoo is unique. Although it is not possible to predict the number of sessions required for complete removal, most patients generally need 6 – 8 sessions. Larger tattoos may take 10 treatments or more.

How many sessions does it take to remove a small black tattoo?

We usually recommend 6-8 treatments for laser tattoo removal but this can depend on the ink colours and depth of ink that has been used for your tattoo.

What is the fastest tattoo removal?

ART^SM is The Fastest Laser Tattoo Removal in the World!

Zapatat's Accelerated Removal Technique, which we call “ART^SM,” is the world's fastest laser method for removing most tattoos. ART^SM is based the R20 concept of 4 laser treatments (“Passes”) in 20-minute intervals.

What color tattoo ink is hardest to remove?

Different dyes respond to different light wavelengths. Black and dark green are the easiest colors to remove; yellow, purple, turquoise and fluorescent dyes are hardest to fade.

Are there different types of tattoo removal?

Common techniques used for tattoo removal include laser surgery, surgical removal and dermabrasion. Tattoo ink is placed beneath the top layer of the skin. That makes tattoo removal more complicated — and expensive — than the original tattoo application.

Which is better Q-switch or PicoSure?

Both lasers can be endlessly compared, with the key differences being the speed and strength of each machine. Put simply: A Picosecond laser operates at one trillionth of a second, and has a pulse width that is 100 times faster than that of the Q-Switched laser.

Is Q-switch laser effective?

Q-SWITCH Laser effectively results in a refreshed appearance, smoothens texture, evens skin tone, reduces pore size and acne scars. It doesn't affect the outer layer of the skin, so there is no downtime or prolonged healing process, so patient can return immediately to the normal routine.

Is Q-switch laser good for tattoo removal?

The most popular laser for tattoo removal is the Q-switched Nd:YAG laser because it produces two wavelengths of light energy (1064 nm and 532 nm) for the greatest versatility when treating ink colors.

Can laser remove tattoo completely?

Are the results of laser tattoo removal permanent? Yes, the results of laser tattoo removal are permanent. This is because the colour pigments of the tattoos are broken up into smaller particles, which are then metabolised by the body's lymphatic system [28].

Is there a cream to remove tattoos?

Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and hydroquinone. TCA removes the top layer of skin and penetrates some of the underlying layers to effectively remove most of that tattoo ink. Hydroquinone is a skin bleacher and lightening cream that reduces the melatonin and fades the pigments in the epidermis.

What is a PFD patch?

The DESCRIBE PFD PATCH is a silicone patch infused with perfluorodecalin (PFD) that allows laser passes in a single tattoo removal treatment session and helps the laser reach ink particles deep within the skin.¹ ² The Patch allows up to 4x as many passes per office visit compared to treatment without the Patch.³

How can I speed up tattoo removal?

Can a very dark tattoo be removed?

Some believe that tattoos on dark and black skin are harder to remove, while others have heard it will leave more visible scars. But, as extensive research has found, laser tattoo removal on darker-skinned patients works for the vast majority of people.

Are old tattoos harder to remove?

In general, an older tattoo will take less sessions to remove than a new tattoo. Contrary to what you might think, darker inks are actually easier to remove than lighter inks, with black ink being the easiest to remove.

What should I avoid after tattoo removal?

What happens if laser tattoo removal doesn't work?

If a tattoo isn't responding well to treatment, an inexperienced or poorly trained technician may keep treating the same spot for too long. This won't remove the tattoo any faster or more efficiently – it is actually highly dangerous as it causes heat to build up in the skin, resulting in burns and scars.

Do tattoos get darker after laser?

If you've recently started laser treatment for a tattoo removal, you may have noticed that your tattoo appears darker. This happens and it's perfectly normal. There's no reason to be alarmed. In fact, it's actually a part of the removal process and shows that it's working.

Does tattoo removal leave scars?

Does Laser Tattoo Removal leave scarring? It is very uncommon for a patient to scar from laser tattoo removal treatment when the proper laser protocols and patient aftercare are followed. If the skin already has irregularities such as scarring expect that to remain after laser tattoo removal.

Does tattoo removal remove 100%?

In short, laser tattoo removal is the safest and most effective method for getting rid of that old ink available today. Because it uses only lasers, it is a relatively noninvasive treatment that targets only the ink of your unwanted tattoo and leaves the surrounding skin unaffected.

How painful is laser tattoo removal?

Rest easy — while laser tattoo removal can hurt, chances are it won't hurt as much as getting the tattoo did. Tattoo removal pain is comparable to the pain of a bad sunburn, and the laser pulses feel like a rubber band snapping against your skin. Cringe-worthy, yes, but tolerable.