title: Laser tattoo removal.
abstract: The availability of Q-switched ruby Nd:YAG and alexandrite lasers has revolutionized the treatment of tattoos. These modalities offer significant advantages over all previously available treatments and are currently the standard of care for the cosmetic removal of unwanted tattoos.
authors.affiliation: Georgetown University Medical School, Washington, DC, USA.
authors.forename: R M
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Adrian
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Griffin
mesh_terms: D049673:History, 20th Century; D049690:History, Ancient; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000266:history / Q000379:methods*; D013653:Tattooing / Q000266:history