How PicoWay Tattoo Removal Works
PicoWay fires pulses of light measured in picoseconds, trillionths of a second. That’s fast enough to shatter tattoo ink into particles small enough for your body to clear on its own, without the heat build-up that older nanosecond lasers cause. The result is a laser that handles stubborn colors like blue and green, works on darker skin tones with less risk of pigment change, and usually needs fewer sessions to get the tattoo gone. Lynchburg Aesthetics offers PicoWay tattoo removal in a medical practice, so if you’ve got a tattoo you’ve been meaning to deal with, this is the place in Lynchburg to do it properly.
Patient Reviews
The staff and team were very encouraging and pleasant to deal with. Thank you so much for your kind and caring concerns. This made the whole experience very pleasant. Dr. Carvajal was great and the whole team from the front desk to the Post Op care.
Why PicoWay Over Older Tattoo Removal Lasers
If you’ve had tattoo removal before and it stalled, the laser was probably the reason. Here’s what’s different.
- All colors. Black is easy for any laser. PicoWay’s wavelengths also break up the blues, greens and reds that older lasers leave behind.
- Less pain, less damage. Shorter pulses mean less heat in the skin, so sessions are more comfortable and there’s less risk of blistering or scarring.
- Fewer sessions. Most tattoos need somewhere between four and ten PicoWay sessions, spaced six to eight weeks apart. Older lasers often needed fifteen or more.
- Safer on darker skin. Because it relies on pressure rather than heat, PicoWay carries less risk of lightening or darkening the surrounding skin.
- Quick appointments. A small tattoo takes a few minutes; a large piece maybe twenty. You go home straight after with a dressing on.
- Clearer end result. Because it breaks ink smaller, more of it leaves, so the tattoo fades to clean skin rather than a ghost.
Tattoo Removal FAQ
How many sessions does tattoo removal take?
Four to ten for most tattoos. Older, amateur and black-only tattoos go fastest. Dense professional color work takes longest. We’ll give you an honest estimate at your consultation after seeing the tattoo in person.
Does laser tattoo removal hurt?
It stings, roughly like getting the tattoo did but faster. We numb the area first, and each session is short.
Can you remove a tattoo completely?
Most of the time, yes. Some inks, especially certain whites and pastels, can be stubborn. If we think a tattoo won’t fully clear, we’ll tell you before you start.
How much does tattoo removal cost in Lynchburg?
It depends on size and the number of sessions. Call 434-616-4986 for pricing or ask at your consultation. Package pricing is available.
Do you also do laser hair removal?
Yes. See our laser hair removal in Lynchburg page. It’s a different laser and a different treatment, but plenty of patients do both.
Tattoo Removal for Forest, Bedford and Central Virginia
Lynchburg Aesthetics is in Lynchburg, VA, and patients come from Forest, Bedford, Appomattox, Amherst and Madison Heights. Schedule a consultation or call 434-616-4986.