Laser Tattoo Removal

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Laser Tattoo Removal

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Remove Unwanted Tattoos with Advanced Laser Technology

At Flex Health, we offer state-of-the-art laser tattoo removal to help you erase unwanted tattoos safely and effectively. Whether you’re looking to remove a tattoo completely or lighten it for a cover-up, our advanced laser technology ensures the best possible results with minimal discomfort and downtime.

Schedule Your Laser Tattoo Removal Consultation Today

Ready to start your journey toward clear skin? Contact Flex Health today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how our laser tattoo removal can help you achieve your goals. Our experienced team is here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring safe and effective results.

Evaluation: Are You a Good Candidate for Laser Tattoo Removal?

1. Tattoo Characteristics: The success of laser tattoo removal depends on factors such as the age of the tattoo, ink colors, size, and location. Older tattoos, as well as black and dark blue inks, tend to respond better to treatment.

2. Skin Type: While laser tattoo removal is safe for all skin types, certain skin tones may require more cautious treatment to prevent pigment changes. Our specialists will assess your skin type during your consultation.

3. Health Considerations: Good overall health is important for effective tattoo removal. Conditions like certain skin disorders or a weakened immune system may affect your suitability for treatment. Our team will review your medical history to ensure the procedure is safe for you.

Laser Tattoo Removal

Tattoos that are applied with a needle are meant to be permanent.

Artists create tattoos by using an electrically powered machine that moves a needle up and down to inject ink into the skin, penetrating the epidermis, or outer layer, and depositing a drop of ink into the dermis, the second layer of skin. The cells of the dermis are more stable compared with those of the epidermis, so the ink will mostly stay in place for a person’s lifetime.

Permanent makeup also is a type of tattoo that is applied to look like eyebrows or eyeliner or lip liner, for example.

Laser tattoo removal is the most common method health care professionals use to remove or lighten tattoos. The laser light energy shatters the tattoo ink into small particles, which the body’s immune system clears over time.

The type of laser used to remove a tattoo depends on the tattoo’s colors. Because different colors of ink absorb different wavelengths of light, multi-colored tattoos may require the use of multiple lasers. Colors such as green, red, and yellow are the hardest colors to remove, while dark blue and black are the easiest. Flesh-colored tattoos, white ink, and permanent makeup are particularly tricky, because the pigment in these colors can oxidize (turn black) when treated by laser. Oxidized pigment is no longer treatable by laser.

Laser tattoo removal requires multiple treatments with a few weeks in between procedures to give the skin time to heal. The length and number of treatments depends on several factors, including the size of the tattoo and the colors used. Complete removal of the tattoo can take many treatments, and in some cases may not be possible.

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Methods of Tattoo Removal

Dermabrasion ("Sanding" away the tatttoo)

Ablative (non-tattoo) lasers that burn off the entire top layer of skin.

Surgical removal of the tattooed skin

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    • What to Expect

      Prior to treatment:

      Your laser tattoo removal journey begins with a personalized consultation where our experts assess your tattoo and skin type. We’ll discuss your goals and create a customized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

    • What to Expect

      During the treatment

      During the procedure, you may experience a sensation similar to the snap of a rubber band against your skin. Most patients find the treatment tolerable, but a topical anesthetic can be applied to enhance comfort.

    • What to Expect

      Multiple Sessions

      Tattoo removal typically requires several sessions, spaced 4-6 weeks apart. The number of sessions depends on the size, color, and age of your tattoo, as well as your skin type.

    • What to Expect

      Post-Treatment Care

      After each session, you may experience some redness, swelling, or slight blistering, which typically subsides within a few days. We’ll provide you with detailed aftercare instructions to ensure optimal healing.  Click on the link for more care instructions.

      Post Treatment Care

    • What to Expect

      A Note About Creams

      The FDA has not approved tattoo removal ointments and creams or do-it-yourself tattoo removal kits. The ingredients in these creams may include retinol, bleaching creams, and peeling agents that superficially exfoliate the skin, but they cannot reach tattoo pigment that is in the deeper dermis.

    Direct Specialty Care

    Our #1 goal at Flex Health is to provide high-quality care to those who need it. Flex Health was established as a membership-based health clinic to accomplish this goal—since this approach to health has proven in early studies to deliver higher quality care than traditional hospital care. This is because patients can see doctors more often and for longer periods of time, creating a clearer picture of the patient’s health to help our team deliver accurate and effective treatment.

    Memberships

    “Doctor carefully placing a blood pressure cuff on a patient’s arm during a routine health check in a clinical setting.”

    Benefits of Laser Tattoo Removal

    Effective Removal of All Ink Colors

    Our advanced laser technology can target and break down even the most stubborn ink colors, including black, blue, green, and red. This ensures comprehensive removal or lightening of your tattoo.

    Minimally Invasive with Little Downtime

    Laser tattoo removal is a non-surgical procedure that requires no incisions or sutures. Most patients can return to their daily activities immediately after treatment, making it a convenient option.

    Safe for All Skin Types

    Our laser technology is designed to be safe and effective for all skin types, minimizing the risk of scarring or pigment changes. We customize the treatment to suit your specific skin type and tattoo characteristics.

    Our Patients Say It All

    • Flex Health has changed healthcare for us. We don’t visit a doctor’s office much unless it’s absolutely necessary. Dr. Gedrick has made it the easiest transition. It’s quick and easy to make an appointment to get my son’s physical. And it’s just as simple to get my daughter seen for an urgent care visit.



      Megan G.

      Flex Health has changed healthcare for us. We don’t visit a doctor’s office much unless it’s absolutely necessary. Dr. Gedrick has made it the easiest transition. It’s quick and easy to make an appointment to get my son’s physical. And it’s just as simple to get my daughter seen for an urgent care visit.  I personally love the women’s wellness side of the clinic. I suffered for years with a weak bladder from having children. A quick, painless treatment plan was setup for me and I’m back to jumping on trampolines again and not having to cross my legs to sneeze! I recently started my weight loss plan, and I’ve lost 20 pounds since January. When I think of a healthcare provider, I want somewhere I can feel comfortable and where I know we will be seen, heard, and cared for without being rushed in and out. Flex Health is the missing link in medical care.

      Megan G.

    • We needed a last minute sports physical and Dr. Gedrick with Flex Health was able to get us in quickly. He was very thorough and made my son feel very comfortable.



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    • I have been on this program for 21 weeks and have lost 36.5 pounds and have lost 10 inches around my stomach. I highly encourage anyone that needs to lose weight and feel better to go see Dr. Gedrick. I am over 50 and have a hard time working out, so this has been amazing in dropping some weight that I have gained over the past 5-10 years.

      Go see Dr. Gedrick!!!!



      Todd B.

      I have been on Dr. Gedrick’s weight loss plan for 21 weeks and have had amazing results. She thoughtfully guides me through the program with reminders of what I should, and should not, be doing regarding what and how much I am eating. She stresses the importance of consuming protein to help prevent muscle loss. She also stresses patience, because this treatment is not a race, and some weeks results may be better than others (I weigh myself daily as an accountability check). I have replaced my breakfast and lunch with protein shakes and I have snacks like almonds, pistachios, and beef jerky throughout the day. I try to avoid eating a late dinner, but with kids’ extracurricular activities it is sometimes hard.

      As I stated previously, I have been on this program for 21 weeks and have lost 36.5 pounds and have lost 10 inches around my stomach. I recently had my annual physical with my primary care physician, and he is considering decreasing my blood pressure and cholesterol medication dosages. Even on medication my LDL levels (bad cholesterol) have been high, and my HDL levels (good cholesterol) have been low, but both are now in the normal range. My glucose levels dropped from high to normal as well.

      There are eight dosage levels of the Semaglutide and I just recently went to the second level, so I am having excellent results by listening to her recommendations. I highly encourage anyone that needs to lose weight and feel better to go see Dr. Gedrick. I am over 50 and have a hard time working out, so this has been amazing in dropping some weight that I have gained over the past 5-10 years.

      Go see Dr. Gedrick!!!!

      Todd B.

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    About Flex Health

    For over 27 years, Dr. Beau and Dr. Brooke have been working in the health industry and have seen time and time again how the healthcare system fails to serve patients and doctors.

    They determined the best way to care for their patients was to create a membership-based healthcare clinic that would provide patients the immediate care they need without requiring them to jump through insurance hoops or go into debt. With direct primary care, patients have more access to their doctors, and receive higher-quality care than they would in a traditional doctors office. Whatever care you need, Flex Health offers the dedication and care you need to live every day to it’s fullest.

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