I have a tattoo banded around my calf that I wanted removed. This tattoo had heavy ink and was quite black. In the consult the Dr. stated between 7-9 treatments. I'm up to my 11 treatment and maybe half way to 2/3's of the way there. This is my biggest beef, set expectations and don't deliver.\r
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The removals are painful, I mean really painful, and I'm a guy who is no stranger to pain. I suggest using the topical cream from the begginning. I haven't tried it yet myself, I figure the pain is something I deserve for getting the damn thing in the first place. I haven't seen scarring. I go every 8 weeks to give it time to heal and after treatments put neosporin on it and keep it clean. So far no skin issue betweens healings. Some minor bleeding and blistering, but it heals up fine. Be prepared, the treatments will remove the hair on the tattoo. I suspect I will have a hairless band around my calf where the tattoo was. They didn't mention that to me in the consult, but I should have pieced it together. \r
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I have had only great experience with the Encino staff. They are friendly and seem down-to-earth. No attitude. They are open on weekends which is good for me. They seem open to negotiate price or help find a special that fits ones budget. I understand now Dr. Tattoff will provide free treatments beyond their quoted number of treatments for 1 year. This is a better deal for new customers. I just bought 5 more visits. I brought this up during my last visit and they gave me gift certificates in the amount of the last package I bought. Not sure what I'll go with them, but it's a nice gesture. They didn't need to do that.\r
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Bottom line, explore all options and pick the best that fits your budget and schedule. Be prepared for many painful visits if you go the laser route. If your in a hurry, see a surgeon.
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