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Chapter 2 – Fundamentals of Laser Tattoo Removal v1.0
First, a wee note:
We wrote this book after many years of training and treating (more than 50 years between us and counting) people in the theory and use of medical/aesthetic lasers and IPLs across the world. Many times, we were asked for ‘a book’ to refer to by trainees. We had to keep saying – “one doesn’t exist”. There are plenty of good medical texts, but these are aimed at medical professionals. There are also a lot of good physics and engineering books – but these are useless for most laser users.
So, in the ‘strange year’ of 2020 we decided to finally start writing it...
This book describes some of the basic fundamentals of tattoo removal lasers systems, in “layman’s” terms. We explain the jargon and some of the more important concepts, which really should be well understood before firing laser energy at real, living people (if you want them to remain alive and well!!)
We will also introduce the reader to the joys of light-tissue interactions. By understanding some of these principles you will be better able to treat your patients/clients.
Mike & PA July 2021
Acknowledgements
We wish to thank a number of contributors who provided some very useful information. These are:
Helena Carter
DeInk, Auckland, New Zealand
Iain Strannigan
Valhalla Tattoos, Kilmarnock, Scotland
Desley Sayers
Revive Skin Cancer & Cosmetic Medicine Clinic, Brisbane, Australia
Amanda Thornton
Dead Glam Salon, Ashgill, Scotland
Francis & John Traill
Francis Traill Clinic, Hamilton, Scotland
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