Evaluation of the 755nm Alexandrite Laser for the Treatment of Tattoos

Exclusion Criteria

• •1. Is hypersensitive to light exposure.
• •2. Has active localized or systemic infection.
• •3. Is taking medication(s) for which sunlight is a contraindication.
• •4. Has a history of squamous cell carcinoma or melanoma.
• •5. Has a history of keloid scarring.
• •6. Has used oral isotretinoin (Accutane®) within 12 months of initial treatment or plans on using during the course of the study. Note: Skin must regain its normal degree of moisture prior to treatment.
• •7. Has a history of immunosuppression/immune deficiency disorders (including HIV infection or AIDS) or use of immunosuppressive medications.
• •8. Is female and pregnant, has been pregnant within the last 3 months, is currently breast feeding or planning a pregnancy during the study period.
• •9. Is allergic to lidocaine, tetracaine or Xylocaine with epinephrine.
• •10. Has any other reason determined by the physician to be ineligible to participate in the study.