TATTOO REMOVAL TREATMENT OVERVIEW
Precision-Mapped Ink Clearance Using Candela PicoWay®
Tattoo removal requires more than energy delivery. It requires timing, biological readiness, and respect for the skin’s regenerative limits. Candela PicoWay® delivers ultra-fast picosecond energy that creates a photoacoustic effect, fragmenting ink particles without excessive thermal damage. This allows the body to gradually clear pigment while protecting surrounding tissue.
At Gerrish MedEsthetics, PicoWay® is used only when clinically appropriate and never as a one-size approach. Every plan is built around ink characteristics, skin response, and your regenerative timeline.
How Tattoo Removal Is Approached at Gerrish MedEsthetics
Technology Is a Tool. Timing Is the Treatment.
Tattoo removal with PicoWay® is integrated into a personalized plan based on:
• Ink depth and density
• Ink color and composition
• Skin tone and reactivity
• Inflammatory load
• Healing capacity and regenerative readiness
All decisions are guided by The AGE Method™, Dr. Gerrish’s proprietary diagnostic and sequencing framework. We do not chase speed. We map outcomes.
Clinical Guardrails
What We Don’t Do Matters
• We do not rush ink clearance
• We do not stack treatments too closely
• We do not over-treat surrounding skin
• We do not compromise barrier integrity
• We do not promise timelines the biology cannot support
Progressive clearance requires patience, precision, and respect for the skin’s natural healing process
WHAT CAN BE TREATED at Gerrish MedEsthetics
Tattoo removal with PicoWay® may be appropriate for:
• Black and dark ink tattoos
• Select colored inks, evaluated case by case
• Professional tattoos
• Amateur tattoos
Cosmetic brow tattoos are addressed through a dedicated approach and evaluated separately.
Results vary based on ink composition, tattoo age, placement, and individual biology.
What to Expect
- Session Length: Varies by tattoo size, color, and ink density
- Sensation: Brief and tolerable. Comfort measures are available
- Downtime: Temporary redness, swelling, or frosting may occur
- Treatment Plan: Progressive sessions, spaced appropriately to allow healing and clearance
Your plan is never built around a device. It is built around your regenerative timeline.
have a question?
Quick answers to questions you may have
Q: How many sessions will I need?
A: The number of sessions varies based on ink type, depth, color, and how your body clears pigment. This is assessed during consultation using The AGE Method™.
Q: Can all tattoo colors be removed?
A: Black and darker inks typically respond best. Some colors may require additional time or alternative strategies. Suitability is determined case by case.
Q: Will tattoo removal scar my skin?
A: When performed with proper timing and restraint, the goal is to clear ink while preserving skin integrity. Following your personalized plan is essential to minimizing risk.
Q: How far apart are treatments scheduled?
Yes. Sessions are spaced to allow the skin and immune system adequate time to process fragmented ink. Timing is determined by your individual healing response.
Is Tattoo Removal Right for You?
- Want ink or pigment addressed without excessive thermal damage
- Value precision over speed
- Prefer a conservative, skin-first approach
Some concerns may be better served by other AGE Technologies™. That determination is made during consultation.
Next Steps
Begin with The AGE Method™
Tattoo removal requires precision, restraint, and proper timing. At Gerrish MedEsthetics, Candela PicoWay® is introduced only when your skin is biologically ready and when it supports your long-term regenerative outcome.
Your journey begins with The AGE Method™, Dr. Gerrish’s proprietary diagnostic and planning process. During your consultation, we assess ink characteristics, skin tone, inflammatory load, and regenerative readiness to determine if, when, and how PicoWay® should be used within your plan.
Schedule your consultation at our Scottsdale clinic to receive a personalized recommendation built around your skin, your history, and your timeline
Contact us at 480.651.8110 or book online.
