Tattoos can be removed surgically and are usually carried out as a day case procedure.
The defect created from removal of a tattoo can be closed directly most of the time resulting in a scar. On occasion if the tattoo is large a skin graft or even skin flaps are needed to close these defects.
The area may remain swollen for a number of months but this usually settles. Scars can take up to 18 months to settle and you will be given instructions on how to look after your scar after your procedure.
It’s important to understand that you will be exchanging your tattoo with a scar and the results from scarring can be unfavorable, with some scars becoming thick and lumpy (hypertrophic and keloid) requiring further management. In around 10-20% of cases there may be a partial loss of the skin graft resulting in the need for regular dressings. With any surgery there is also a risk of bleeding and infection.
Mr Saour will discuss the potential risks during your consultation.
| Surgery duration | 60 min |
| Type of anaesthesia | local/general anaesthetic |
| Compression/support garment | yes |
| Time in hospital | daycase |
| Time off work | 1 week |
| Recovery time | 1 week |
| First follow up appoinment | 1 week |
The defect created from removal of a tattoo can be closed directly most of the time resulting in a scar. On occasion if the tattoo is large a skin graft or even skin flaps are needed to close these defects.
The area may remain swollen for a number of months but this usually settles. Scars can take up to 18 months to settle and you will be given instructions on how to look after your scar after your procedure.
It’s important to understand that you will be exchanging your tattoo with a scar and the results from scarring can be unfavorable, with some scars becoming thick and lumpy (hypertrophic and keloid) requiring further management. In around 10-20% of cases there may be a partial loss of the skin graft resulting in the need for regular dressings. With any surgery there is also a risk of bleeding and infection.
Mr Saour will discuss the potential risks during your consultation.
Surgery duration : 60 min
Type of anaesthesia : local/general anaesthetic
Compression/support garment : yes
Time in hospital : daycase
Time off work : 1 week
Recovery time : 1 week
First follow up appointment : 1 week
Once you have decided you are interested in cosmetic surgery
Mr Saour’s aim is to help you look and feel your best through high quality personalised care.
You will receive all the information preoperatively allowing you to make an informed decision.
Understanding the benefits, implications and potential risks of any type of surgery is of paramount importance.
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