Toronto's Expert PicoWay®
Tattoo Removal Solution

Advanced PicoWay® Tattoo Removal

If you find yourself with a tattoo that no longer aligns with your current lifestyle, there’s now an efficient solution to bid it farewell.

What is PicoWay Tattoo Removal?

Introducing PICOWAY®, a cutting-edge laser treatment by Syneron-Candela. It employs a picosecond laser system designed for the precise elimination of tattoos. PicoWay’s distinctive approach involves delivering ultra-short picosecond energy pulses to the targeted tissues. These bursts of energy generate a photo-mechanical impact, effectively breaking down the tattoo ink into smaller particles that can be readily eliminated by your body’s natural phagocytic cells. This reduces the number of necessary treatment sessions compared to conventional lasers used in the past.

The PicoWay system features an alexandrite laser head and a picosecond Nd: YAG Laser Deck. The wavelengths of 532nm and 1064nm have been meticulously chosen, and the laser pulse duration is precisely controlled. This allows for tattoo removal treatments with minimal energetic densities, minimizing the potential for adverse effects on surrounding normal tissues.

Why Are Tattoos Difficult to Remove?

Depth: Tattoo ink is embedded beneath the skin’s surface in the dermis, making it more challenging to remove.

Ink Particle Size: The size of ink particles plays a crucial role. While traditional laser tattoo removal can help break up ink particles, sometimes the remaining ones are still too large, even after multiple treatments.

Colour: Dark blues, blacks, and reds respond well to treatment, but colours like oranges, purples, and yellows can pose more significant challenges.

Skin Tone: Darker skin tones can be trickier to treat with some lasers, as they may absorb too much energy, potentially weakening the results and increasing the risk of injury.

PicoWay Tattoo Removal Process

Pre-Treatment Consultation: Before the treatment, you’ll have a comprehensive consultation with our experts. We’ll assess your tattoo, discuss the process, and answer any questions you may have.

The Treatment Session: During the session, the PicoWay laser will be precisely directed at the tattoo. You may feel a slight tingling sensation, but discomfort is minimal.

Post-Treatment Care: Following the treatment, we’ll provide specific aftercare instructions to ensure optimal healing.

Follow-Up Sessions: While some tattoos may require only a single session, others may need multiple treatments for complete removal. We’ll customize a plan tailored to your specific tattoo.