Clinical Evaluation of Tattoo Removal Using a Novel Dual-Wavelength, Dual-Pulse Duration Laser

Clinical Evaluation of Tattoo Removal Using a Novel Dual-Wavelength, Dual-Pulse Duration Laser"

A single-center prospective, open-label, uncontrolled study in 10 male or female subjects, age 18 to 65 years, who desire laser removal of a tattoo which contains all black ink.

This is a single-center prospective, open-label, uncontrolled study in 10 male or female subjects, age 18 to 65 years, who desire laser removal of a tattoo which contains all black ink. Subjects will receive up to 5 laser treatments, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, and will be followed at 3 months post-final treatment. Number of laser treatments required shall be based upon tattoo response to laser irradiation. The Investigator will terminate laser treatments upon 100% clearance of tattoo or after 5 treatment sessions, or in the event of an adverse effect which requires cessation of laser treatment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Fitzpatrick Skin Type I - VI
• Target tattoo contains only black ink, is more than 1 year old and must have been obtained from a professional tattoo parlor.
• Wiling to cover tattoos with a bandage or clothing; and/or have very limited sun exposure and use an approved sunscreen of SPF 50 or higher on the treated area starting 2 to 4 weeks before the treatment and/or every day for the duration of the study, including the follow-up period.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Target tattoo is 'home made' OR was obtained from an amateur artist.
• Presence of double tattoo in the treatment area or presence of tribal, scarred, high-ink density, or highly colorful single tattoo.
• Participation in a clinical trial of another device or drug within 6 months prior to enrollment or during the study.
• History of allergic reaction to pigments following tattooing.
• History of allergy to local anesthetics.
• History of malignant tumors in the target area.
• History of keloid scarring, hypertrophic scarring or of abnormal wound healing.
• Excessively tanned in areas to be treated or unable/unlikely to refrain from tanning during the study.
• Current smoker or history of smoking within 6 months of study participation.