| If you want to remove an unwanted tattoo and | | | | · How many years has he or she been |
| you are considering laser tattoo removal, it is | | | | performing laser tattoo removal? |
| extremely important to research the reputation | | | | · Did they receive extensive training and |
| of several doctors and medical practices before | | | | certification? |
| electing to have laser treatments. | | | | · How many patients has he or she |
| Keep in mind, anyone can buy paint and a brush, | | | | completed laser tattoo removal on? |
| but this does not necessarily make the person an | | | | · Can you review Before and After |
| artist. Similar, it may be legal for a doctor to | | | | photos of his or her patients? Note: if they are |
| perform laser tattoo removal, but this does not | | | | the doctor's patient pictures or stock photos |
| necessarily mean he or she is qualified with | | | | from laser company |
| extensive training, hands on patient experience, or | | | | · Discuss realistic expectations and |
| has a proven track record of successful results. | | | | outcome of procedure |
| The following recommendations will help you | | | | · Are you (your tattoo) a good candidate |
| select a qualified doctor to perform laser removal | | | | based on the size and location of your tattoo, and |
| on you. | | | | your skin type? |
| 1. Beyond Reputation look for Personality and | | | | · Are there unique issues or risks to be |
| Location: You will be frequenting the practice | | | | aware of? |
| often for numerous treatments so it is important | | | | · Since no one laser removes all tattoo |
| not only to select a doctor with a good | | | | colors, ask the doctor to write down the name of |
| reputation, but also one you are comfortable | | | | each laser, what type of laser it is, and the color |
| speaking with and asking questions. With the | | | | it removes regarding your tattoo. |
| multiple treatments you will also want to find a | | | | · Who will be administering the laser |
| physician that is conveniently located in reasonable | | | | treatments? (If the doctor is not administering the |
| proximity to work or home. | | | | treatments, then ask to meet the person who will |
| 2. Now that your search has been narrowed to a | | | | be, and ask for their title, training and qualifications. |
| select few, you will want to schedule a | | | | · Ask for a copy of a quote outlining the |
| consultation with each potential doctor you are | | | | price/treatment and the estimated number of |
| considering. | | | | treatments expected to reach the desired |
| 3. Before your appointment, right down a list of | | | | outcome you discussed earlier. |
| concerns and questions to you will bring to your | | | | · Lastly, ask the doctor for 1 or 2 patient |
| consults to review with each doctor. Also | | | | referrals that he or she has completed laser |
| remember to bring a pen to jot down notes and | | | | treatments on that you speak with. |
| talking points from your visit. | | | | 5. Take your list of questions and pen out while |
| 4. Include the following questions/items on your | | | | you are waiting to see the doctor. |
| list: | | | | |