Laser tattoo removal in Ankara

What is laser Tattoo Removal?

Laser tattoo removal uses very short pulses of energy (Q-switched or picosecond lasers) to shatter ink particles in the skin into fragments small enough for the immune system to remove over the following weeks. Black and dark blue inks usually respond best, while green, light blue and yellow are harder to shift. The number of sessions depends on colours, depth, the age of the tattoo and your skin type.

How is laser Tattoo Removal done?

1. Assessing the tattoo and skin type, with a test pulse
2. Numbing cream and skin cooling if needed
3. Laser treatment of the tattoo
4. Dressing and aftercare advice
5. A gap of 6–8 weeks between sessions

Who is laser Tattoo Removal suitable for?

• People who regret a tattoo or want it faded before a cover-up
• Removing permanent make-up on the brows or lips (the risk of colour change should be discussed first)
• Not suitable on tanned skin or during pregnancy

Aftercare: what to watch out for

• Redness, swelling, blistering and crusting in the first days are expected; do not pick the scabs.
• Apply the ointment your doctor recommends and keep the area clean.
• Protect the area from the sun throughout the course; tanned skin cannot be treated.

Possible side effects and risks

• Pain, blistering and crusting
• Lighter or darker skin patches, especially in darker skin types
• Occasional scarring
• Darkening of some cosmetic tattoo pigments
• Incomplete removal of the ink

Are there alternatives?

Small tattoos can sometimes be surgically excised, though this leaves a scar. A cover-up tattoo over the existing design is another option.

What affects the cost of laser tattoo removal in Ankara?

The cost of laser tattoo removal depends on factors such as size and colours of the tattoo; type of laser used; number of sessions; whether it is a professional or amateur tattoo, and is set by the doctor after an examination. Under Turkish rules on the advertising of health services, prices are not published on our site; you can ask the doctor directly when you request an appointment.

• Size and colours of the tattoo
• Type of laser used
• Number of sessions
• Whether it is a professional or amateur tattoo

Getting treatment in Turkey as a visitor

• Ask the doctor for a written treatment plan, timeline and total cost before you travel.
• Check whether the doctor or clinic staff speak English, or bring a translator for the consultation.
• Plan enough time for check-ups after the procedure before your return flight.
• Keep copies of your X-rays, reports and the materials used (for example the implant brand) for your dentist or doctor at home.
• In an emergency in Turkey, call 112 (free, 24/7). For poisoning, the National Poison Information Centre is 114.