Around how much does a laser tattoo removal cost?

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Answer by Steph
Submitted on 5/12/2006
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I'm currently having a tattoo removed and have been through 3 sessions. I go every 6 wks and it costs me $212 each time. My tattoo is a pretty thin band around my upper arm and is 6 inches long. It has already faded pretty dramatically and my Dr. says I will probably only need a couple more treatments. My advice is the longer you wait in between sessions - the better off you are. It is not the laser that removes the tatto - it only breaks up the ink. Your immune system in your body is what actually absorbs the ink and it can take a long time. They will tell you to wait at least 6-8 wks between sessions but I would suggest waiting AT LEAST 8 weeks for the best results.

Answer by hjh_clc
Submitted on 5/18/2007
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I work for a laser clinic in NC. We don't charge for consultations, even with our MD or NP. The minimum charge for tattoos, 2x2, is $100. Tattoos bigger than 2x2, are $25 per square inch. Anyone interested in cosmetic procedures needs a consult, know what kind of lasers they use, see before and after pictures of real patients. The bigger the tattoo, the more money. Hint: Anyone interested in tattoo removal needs to understand that every "body" is different. Everyone's immune system responds differently. Follow pre and post-op care instructions. We recommend that an individual get at least 3-5 treatments, at least 8 weeks apart and then we'll assess the treatment from there. We've seen homemade tattoos go completely away in 2 or 3 tx's. We've seen professional tattoos fade by 90% with in 6-10 treatments. Color is also a factor and your skin type. Black ink is so much easier to get out b/c the darker the ink, the easier the "target" for the laser. Now if someones got red, blue, green, yellow inks....that only means one thing, multiple treatments and more money. We have lasers from ALMA, an international laser company/distributor. Get on their website and read about our lasers. If anyone would like to know more about us, get on www.completelaserclinic.com. Hope this is helpful.

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Question by traviesa
Submitted on 2/2/2004
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Around how much does a laser tattoo removal cost?

Answer by anon
Submitted on 2/11/2004
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It varies from doctor to doctor, but it generally ranges somewhere between $125-$200 PER VISIT. And it usually takes between 5 and 10 visits before you start to see results.

Answer by Roxy
Submitted on 3/23/2004
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It really depends on the type of the laser and each clinic varies as well. I found $300 per time to be the median rate for laser removal. I was told around 3 times and you start to see the results - but it takes many more treatments than that for it to totally go away. I had one treatment, and it is already faded. Remember, the body continuously removes that ink from your body - it takes up to 6 months for all the ink to disapear from just your first treatment. Hope this was helpful!

Answer by ryan
Submitted on 3/25/2004
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well i have 6 tattoos being removed and i go every 6 weeks. i pay 200 a docter visit and the price of the laser varies depending on how many pulses. for instance the first time i went i had 987 pulses and it cost 783 plus 200 for the docter visit. i just finished my sixth treatment and each tatto has faded differently. luckly i have all black ink being removed.. i would say that i will need about 15 more treatments to have them totally gone which means i will be spending around 10,000 to get them totally off. if this is any help or you need some more answers feel free to email me at rpratt9857@aol.com and i can assist anyone with any questions thanks

Answer by Susan
Submitted on 5/13/2004
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I have one large tattoo about 4 inches in length and 4 inches in width on my back. It cost $600.00 per session due to the size. If I had a smaller tattoo, it would cost around $150.00 - $250.00 a session. I'm sure in the long run it will cost me approx. $5,000.00 to get it completely removed.

Answer by Jill
Submitted on 6/7/2004
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I have a tattoo that I would like to have removed. Does anyone know of a good clinical in the Louisiana area? Thanks.

Answer by TAT MAN
Submitted on 7/15/2004
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There's a little old place right on the west side of the Purchase, it's called "GETTHO Tattoo Removal". They've done wonders for me and it hardly even scared!

Answer by Amamda
Submitted on 9/15/2004
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I have a question for Ryan. I was wondering if you know how much it would cost to have a tattoo removed on my finger it is very small and I think it could be removed in one day.

Answer by marccram
Submitted on 10/19/2004
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You people are getting raped. Here in South Florida the prices are light years better. I am having an entire half sleeve removed using the most up to date blended pulsed q-switch laser for removal. I pay $300 per session. In the first session I already had a tremendous amount gone. I read some of the answers above... $783 + $200 for the doctor??!!?? Or $10,000 to have it removed?? Dont see anything until 3 sessions??!! Whatever you are doing... change it!!

Answer by MELANIE
Submitted on 6/17/2005
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I GO TO LSU HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER FOR MY TATTOO REMOVAL. IT COST $200 PER TREATMENT. I'VE HAD ONE TREATMENT AND I CAN BARELY TELL THE DIFFERENCE. I WILL CONTINUE TO GO TO SEE IF THE RESULTS GET TO BE MORE NOTICABLE.

Answer by Mo
Submitted on 6/19/2005
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I have a small tattoo on my hip (about 1-1 1/2 inch) and I was wondering how much it would cost to remove and if anyone knows someone good in the West Virginia area?

Answer by AnS2005
Submitted on 7/11/2005
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i have a tattoo about an inch by and inch. I was told it would be around $300 a session and i would need only 3-4 sessions. Will i just pay the $300 everytime or are there a lot of hidden cost and it will actually be more than $300 a visit? if anyone knows pleas help me out i want to get my tattoo removed but don't want to pay out my ass to do it!

Answer by abby
Submitted on 7/12/2005
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I recently heard of TCA (trichloroacetic acid) its a skin peel used to reduce fine lines and acne scars but has been medically proven to reduce and in some cases completely fade your tattoo without the price of surgery or pain and only costs about 50$ heres the website INKBUSTERS.COM or (858)693-0432

Answer by Doctor Jekyll
Submitted on 7/30/2005
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I have singlehandedly pioneered the newest and most effective form of permanent tattoo removal using only common consumer goods. That's right, all you need is a fifth of Jack and a straight razor. You will see results immediately. In fact, I'm offering a double money-back guarantee if you are not completely satisfied with your results. Visit my website at www.cutbaconoffyourback.com for more details. Hurry while supplies last!

Answer by bunnyrabbit
Submitted on 8/12/2005
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I have a tat that i would like to get ride of. I'm from nyc and I dont want to pay a lot of money to get it removed. Can someone tell me where is a good place to get my tat removed.

Answer by Christine
Submitted on 8/17/2005
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I live in Port Saint Lucie, FL. I need a tatto removed from my earlobe. Two tiny flowers, maybe an inch long. Any advice on doctors in Jupiter or West Palm Beach?

Answer by vernautica
Submitted on 10/5/2005
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I just went in for my first tattoo removal treatment yesterday, it cost me 150.00 to have two small tattoos done in one session, It was much faster than I had anticipated and although it was painful the short procedure was not all that bad. The place that I went was clean and professional i go back in six weeks for my next treatment.

Answer by k bye
Submitted on 10/9/2005
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Look in the phone book, LASERDERM. in baton rouge.

Answer by aheadon
Submitted on 11/25/2005
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Hey I have three tattoos, one small on the shoulder and one medium on the stomach and one lg one on my upper outter ankle.......... and it would be my dream to get rid of them all. I am living in the Red Deer Alberta area and quite squemish on the price ranges of the removals. My tattoos are all non professional so I am hoping they lift easy. If you have any suggestions...........I would really appreciate it.......... Thank you

Answer by Jillian
Submitted on 11/28/2005
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Does anyone know a good tattoo removal place in Michigan? Also, has anyone had a tattoo removed from their foot? If so, how many sessions did it take?

Answer by afieverknown
Submitted on 12/4/2005
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I have a tribal tattoo on my forearm thats all blue with black outline, its about 6 inches long and 2 inches wide. I was wondering about how much someone would think it might cost. Also does the pigment of your skin varie how many treatments you need? or how hard it is to remove. I have very pale skin and I was wondering about that. especially my forearm which is really pale. any help will be greatly appreciated

Answer by sean
Submitted on 12/28/2005
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I have been having 3 tats removed - 1 is home-made, 1 is half home-made half professional, and 1 that is fully professional. I pay 165 for 15 minutes of laser time and around 300 for the doctor each time. My home-made all black tat is virtually gone after the first session and my professional tat fadedmore in the black than in the color. I am 2 weeks post-op on my 2nd session. If any one is intersted, give a shout and I will keep you posted on my progress.

Answer by cheza
Submitted on 1/8/2006
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I live in Las Vegas, NV. Does any body know of a very good clinical here. I'm looking to get laser tattoo removal.

Answer by Lorie
Submitted on 1/30/2006
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My tattoo's as small as a dice, the ink is black, and it's already a little faded cause I've scratched it just two days after I got it. I thought it was ugly and didn't know what to do. Can someone tell me approx. how much it would cost to remove it by laser? Thanks.

Answer by tt
Submitted on 2/26/2006
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hi i live in Thailand and i have a huge tattoo (Length: 12inch Width: 4inch) on my arm that i would like to replace or remove. the problem is its black and from what i'veheard to replace a tattoo the new tattoo must use a darker color; i would like to replace it with this black and grey scenery tattoo of a graveyard that i found but i am unsure whether or not it would work. i would appreciate it if you guys could give me some advice on how i can remove or replace my tattoo in a reasonable price range. And if i do get a tattoo on top of the one i have now is there any negative effect or any effect at all on my skin or the tattoos? My E-mail: thomsen_01@hotmail.com

Answer by Ruthie
Submitted on 3/14/2006
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i have two tattoos on my hands that are gang related. is there any free removals for ex-gang members? They are small and lite in color to begin with.

Answer by jenn
Submitted on 4/10/2006
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i think people are dumb that have tattoos why do it??

Answer by Lindsey
Submitted on 4/16/2006
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I have a tattoo that's circluar in shape, kinda tribal, all black less than a year old, about two inches tall and two long. I have been using tat b gone, and haven't really been seeing results and it says it can take up to 18 months. So I began looking into laser removal, which is SO expensive and I can't even find anything in my area (Raleigh NC). Any suggestion?

Answer by Raymond
Submitted on 4/27/2006
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how much would it cost for me to get my NOR CAL on my 2 for arms removed and each letter is about proximitally 2 1/2 long and 2 1/2 in width but if anyone can help me write me back at HighlandsHigh14@yahoo.com aight thank u

Answer by cbc1980
Submitted on 7/10/2006
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Does anyone know if this tattoo cream "Dermasal" really works? It claims to remove tattoos with a simple topical cream...

Answer by birdiebigtail
Submitted on 7/13/2006
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I just got my very first tattoo and my boyfriend despises it. Its of a bird with a really long tail. He said he would like it if I could have the tail removed. Since its very small...how much money are we talking for the removal of just the tail?

Answer by Mike Bartholemeu
Submitted on 9/25/2006
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One question, why would you ever want to get a tattoo? It costs so flipping much to get it removed and like... ehh. In my opinion, I don't feel that it is worth it. I'm surious, why did you decide to get one? k, peace homies.

Answer by Q
Submitted on 9/27/2006
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Can anyone tell me where in Louisiana is Ghetto Tattoo Removal located?

Answer by Teppy
Submitted on 9/27/2006
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The tattoo I want to have removed is 2in wide and 1 1/2 tall on my wrist....all in black ink. Dose anyone know how much that will cost to be removed?

Answer by Bill
Submitted on 10/1/2006
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I got 95% of my body tattood and to get them all off it took 7 years and $14,000,000 dollars. I really regret getting them in the first place