Some patients here at New Look Laser Tattoo Removal have questions about the safety of laser tattoo removal. Here are several key questions and answers to patient questions about the safety of laser tattoo removal:
(Q) Is the laser light from a tattoo removal laser safe or does it cause cancer?
(A) Lasers used for laser tattoo removal are FDA-approved and have been approved as safe for removing tattoos and other dermal pigmentation. The wavelengths of light that are created are forms of non-ionizing radiation, so there is no risk of them causing cancer or otherwise damaging your body.
Tattoo removal lasers do have some minor side effects, but when a modern laser is used (such as those used by New Look Laser Tattoo Removal) these are minimal and do not lead to long-term effects. Common side effects include swelling, redness, and some blistering. These are all part of the normal healing process and will help your body remove the ink from your skin.
One other safety issue to address are basic but very important eye-safety precautions that we take. Our laser practitioners and patients will wear protective goggles that will protect your sensitive eyes (specifically the retina) from the laser. When used, these goggles provide complete coverage and protection from eye damage from the laser.
