Excision tattoo removal, like Tattoo Imprinting, has been present throughout history using various methods and tools. Years ago it had been considered to be near to impossible to completely remove a print, since the ink is inserted into the dermis layer of the skin which changes the pigment color and makes it permanent. But with the help of technology, tattoo removal procedures to partially or fully remove a tattoo are not only possible, but safe as well (although painful). However, it’s still prudent to do some research into this surgical procedure, especially if you have a larger tattoo that might require multiple sessions.
The tattoo removal process can be done through laser, mechanical or surgical means. It really just depends on how you want it to be removed…every method is expensive and painful but the result is acceptable.
Surgical excision tattoo removal basically works by taking out the skin and putting it back, effectively removing all those unwanted tattoos from the tattooed area. Will it leave a scar? Yes, it is certainly possible that it will. It is possible that a scar may be left behind, but that depends on how the treatment area heals up, how big the tattoo is and how long it’s been in the skin.
So I want an Excision Tattoo Removal, how would I do it?
This method of tattoo removal CANNOT be done by an individual only, the removal must be performed by a surgeon because the skin must be completely removed and it requires stitching. If the tattoo is bigger, then a series of surgical sessions must done…This is when you have to be extra careful about proper healing and and care.
What happens during an Excision Tattoo Removal?
First, this surgical procedure is performed under local anesthetic. What that means is that anesthesia will be delivered directly to the part of your body where the tattoo is located to numb the layer of skin. Next, the surgeon will begin the removal process by removing the skin. Once it is removed, one of two things will happen depending on the size of the tattooed area.
If you have a small tattoo, then what is likely to happen is that the edges on the unaffected skin will be stretched together and a special kind of stitch is used to join the skin together. This procedure can only be done on small tattoos since it is too difficult to remove and requires only minimum steps. Scars may be present but it is only light and, better yet, completely gone if the skin heals properly.
Now, if you’ve got a larger tattoo, then the removed skin will be replaced in quite a different manner. The actual excision process is the same, but what differs is how your skin is healed. Large tattoos are joined by taking out an area of the skin close to the wound which is then ‘implanted’ onto the damaged part. This method is called skin grafting, and it’s actually much less dangerous than it sounds…With this tattoo removal method the skin often heals fully and scarring can be minimum to none.
Is it safe?
Yes, it is completely safe! In fact, more people prefer excision tattoo removal than any other method. Here are some reasons why it’s so safe:
- There is little to no blood loss on the area because the blood vessels have been shut off because of Electrocautery (a method where a heated needle is used to stop the bleeding of the small vessels and tissues).
- It is painless. Before starting any procedure, a local anesthetic must be injected.
- Doctors are very familiar with this method.
- For almost all smaller tattoos it can be performed in one session, which means it takes less time than some other methods.
- Essentially 100% effective.
Although this cosmetic surgery procedure is completely safe, there are still things to be taken into consideration, such as:
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Make sure that you are 100% sure that you want to remove the tattoo! These treatments cannot be reversed!
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The excision process might be painless because of the anesthetic, but the injection is often painful (especially if you don’t like needles), and some soreness is normal.
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It is very important that a licensed professional surgeon perform the surgery. You don’t want to put your life on the line on some amateur guy.
It’s true that there are other methods on removing a tattoo, but excision tattoo removal is probably one of the best. I hope that I’ve helped you to make up your mind on this very important issue…Thanks for reading! Feel free to browse the rest of my site for some more information on tattoo removal methods.
