
INTRODUCTION
While laser technology has developed and advanced, laser tattoo removal may not be a suitable option due to cost, availability of the nature of the tattoo. Surgery may be an alternative. This may involve a simple excision or it may require a skin graft. Your surgeon will discuss the techniques and approach at your consultation.
TATTOO REMOVAL PROCEDURE
Operation time | 0.5 - 1 hrs |
Anaesthesia | local |
Nights in hospital | day case |
Risks - common | bruising, swelling, redness |
Risks - uncommon | infection, excessive scarring, asymmetry, bleeding, delayed wound healing, residual tattoo pigment |
Pain and discomfort | 1 - 3 days |
Follow-up after surgery | 1 week |
Time off work | 0 |
Sports | 2 weeks - walking 4 weeks - everything |
Result | 12 weeks until final result |

FEES
Small (less than 2 cm) - from £960
Medium (2 to 4 cm) - from £1,220
Large (more than 4 cm) - from £1,585
Complex (more than 10 cm) - from £1,885
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EXCISION OF LESIONS CORRECTION
POST-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS
- The local anaesthetic will wear off approximately 1 hour after the procedure.
- Paracetamol can be taken once the local anaesthetic has worn off.
- If the surgery was to the head, sleep with the head slightly elevated on a few pillows for the first week and avoid bending with the head down.
- No restrictions but avoid strenuous activities for the first week.
- No restrictions but avoid strenuous activities for the first week.
- The wound can be very gently washed and then pat dry.