
News|Articles|December 1, 2002
Case 2: Scarring After Tattoo Removal
Author(s)Alan B. Schliftman, MD
Three carbon dioxide laser treatments were used to remove a 35-year-oldwoman’s tattoo (A). Four months after the procedures, significant scarringwas noted at the site (B).
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Three carbon dioxide laser treatments were used to remove a 35-year-oldwoman's tattoo (A). Four months after the procedures, significant scarringwas noted at the site (B).To reduce scarring, intralesional corticosteroids can be given. Newer,less invasive techniques, such as Nd:YAG laser or alexandrite laser therapy,are less likely to cause scarring.
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