Common Questions
What do I do if I want to find out more?
Simply contact the clinic nearest to you to arrange your initial consultation. This will take about 30 minutes and will give you all the information that you need to reach an informed opinion about the suitability of our treatment. Although most centres run clinics during normal hours throughout the working week some patients find it more convenient to attend out of normal hours. Please check with our Clinics what times Clinics are available.
Is laser treatment safe?
There is no published evidence to suggest that the treatment is unsafe. Furthermore, every precaution is taken to ensure the safety of the patient. The patients are required to wear approved protective goggles at all times.
What are the costs likely to be?
This will be discussed at the initial consultation, which Laserase offers entirely free of charge and with no obligation to undergo treatment. Treatment costs will vary between individuals according to the areas being treated.
Does the laser cause scarring?
Although there is a risk of scarring with any laser, in most cases, scarring is not a significant risk for tattoo removal with the ruby laser. Tattoo removal has become associated with scarring because the first lasers used for tattoo removal were very aggressive and carried a high risk of scarring. To reduce the risk, we carry out an extensive medical evaluation to identify high-risk clients; most clinics also have an adjunct treatment that can stop scar tissue forming and even improve existing scarring.