The following is also posted on Dr. Will Kirby’s laser tattoo removal blog:

One of the most common questions asked is, “how does laser tattoo removal work?” Well, it’s a relatively complex process called selective photothermolysis. When I teach laser tattoo removal to nurses, interns, residents, and other physicians I go into specific detail, but most patients want to keep the explanation simple. I usually have them watch this video about laser tattoo removal, hosted by our own Dr. TATTOFF.