Tattoo Removal Aftercare

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Immediately after treatment, there may be “frosting” on the area that is treated. swelling is typical. Pinpoint bleeding may also occur.

A cool compress may be applied and Tylenol is recommended for discomfort.

The treated area should be cared for delicately until healing is complete and care should be taken to

Avoid trauma to the area for the first 7 days after treatment.

Clean treated area daily allowing water or shower to run over the wound, and then pat the area dry.

Apply Aquaphor ointment to wound area 2-3 times a day. Keep the area moist, and let any scab fall off on its own

Cover the treated area with a nonstick gauze pad (after Aquaphor is applied) until the wound is healed

Do NOT pick, peel, rub, scrub, or scratch at the skin in the treatment area throughout the healing process. If crusting occurs, do not shave or pick area.

Although blisters and scabs can be a normal response to tattoo removal, most patients will not experience them. In the case that you do, it is important to not pop or pick at them. If the blister pops keep the skin over it covered with a healing ointment and gauze to promote healing and prevent scarring

No swimming or using hot tubs/whirlpools until the wound heals.

Physical exercise that causes perspiration should be discontinued for at least 2-7 days after treatment as excessive perspiration may disrupt the healing process.

Avoid sun exposure. When treatment area is exposed to the sun use a thick layer of 30+ SPF

Contact the office at 844-279-3381 if there is any indication of blistering or infection (redness, tenderness or pus).

 

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