For treatment of brown spots the area remains reddened for two to four weeks then gradually returns to its normal coloring and texture. For red skin spots, the area typically bruises, but does not leave an open wound. For tattoos which are deeper, there may be pinpoint bleeding and an antibacterial ointment and dressing is applied to the area. A small amount of lighter discoloration and texture change is evident, which gradually improves over time. Permanent scarring is rare.
Laser treatments are usually less expensive than conventional surgery.
Insurance usually does not cover the cost of laser surery for tattoo removal, but may cover the removal of other skin lesions depending on the particular policy. So the next time you have to cover up those brown discolorations with make-up or conceal that tattoo that you got in your twenties, think about taking advantage of this latest development of laser technology to create healthier and more attractive skin.