A new technique of dermabrasion for traumatic tattoos

We describe the use of a pinpoint bur to remove traumatic tattooing. The dermabrasion is concentrated on the affected tissues without damage to the surrounding normal skin. With this method, deeper areas of pigmentation are no more difficult to remove than superficial deposits. This technique is eas...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Annals of plastic surgery 1996-04, Vol.36 (4), p.401-402
Hauptverfasser:	CRONIN, E. D, HABER, J. L
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Biological and medical sciences Child Dermabrasion Facial Injuries - surgery Humans Injuries of the skin. Diseases of the skin due to physical agents Male Medical sciences Tattooing Traumas. Diseases due to physical agents
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Zusammenfassung:	We describe the use of a pinpoint bur to remove traumatic tattooing. The dermabrasion is concentrated on the affected tissues without damage to the surrounding normal skin. With this method, deeper areas of pigmentation are no more difficult to remove than superficial deposits. This technique is easily reproduced and highly effective.
ISSN:	0148-7043 1536-3708
DOI:	10.1097/00000637-199604000-00014