The reactions of the skin to the laser are tested during the first consultation in order to decide the most effective treatment. The treatment consists of placing a hand-held piece on the surface of the skin and activating the laser. According to the description of a large number of patients, each impulsion has the effect of elastic snapping on the skin.

The lesions or tatoo of the smallest dimensions require less impulsions: those of large dimensions demand more.
All tatoos demand multiple treatments, those which entail several visits on the part of the patient. The system of lasers is less painful than certain other methods of treatment, and the recuperating time is less.
The level of discomfort varies according to the person and their pain threshold. Most patients do not need anaesthetic: however in certain cases, according to the site and the nature of the tatoo or of the lesion, the doctor can decide to resort to choosing any form of anaesthetic.

 Example of the treatment of the tattoo with the laser :
 

Before treatment	After treatment

Is it possible to remove a tatoo or lesion already treated by another method ?
Patients whose tatoos have been treated previously can be candidates for treatment by means of the laser. Tatoos or pigmentary lasers which have not been effectively removed by other treatments can react positively to laser treatment, on condition that the preceding treatment has not caused scars or excessive skin damage.

Is it necessary to take certain precautions after treatment ?
Immediately after treatment, one can apply an ice compress to relieve the treated zone. An onguent or an antibiotic cream is recommended. During the first days following the treatment, it is necessary to avoid rubbing the treated zone or to utilise abrasive cleansers for the skin. A dressing or a band-aid can be utilised to prevent abrasion of the zone treated. During the treatment, it is recommended to patients to protect the treated zone by means of a sun block approved by the treating doctor.