- Mon to Fri: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- info@yorkderm.ca
- 245 West Beaver Creek Rd., Unit 2, Richmond Hill
Looking for tattoo removal in Richmond Hill? We use the PicoSure Pro picosecond laser to fade black and coloured ink in fewer sessions than older lasers.
PicoSure Pro delivers laser energy in picoseconds, trillionths of a second. That speed shatters ink into much smaller particles than older lasers, so your body can clear them more easily.
It treats black ink and many colours, including some that older lasers struggle with, and is suitable for all skin tones.
PicoSure Pro tattoo removal is part of our cosmetic dermatology services. The same laser technology can help with some pigment concerns covered on our pigmentation treatment page. If skin texture changes after an old tattoo, RF microneedling may help.
The most responsive colour.
Including blues and greens.
Stubborn ink that has resisted other lasers.
Lightening a tattoo before a cover-up.
Most sessions take 10 to 30 minutes, spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart.
We look at ink colours, depth, age and location to estimate sessions.
The laser passes over the tattoo; the ink turns white briefly.
Your body clears the broken-down ink over the following weeks.
We offer PicoSure Pro in Richmond Hill, with a dermatology team on hand for your aftercare. Meet our team →
Picosecond pulses break ink into finer particles.
Suitable for a wide range of skin tones.
We estimate sessions based on ink, depth, age and location.
Blistering or skin reactions are managed by our dermatology team.
Who tattoo removal suits, how to prepare, what happens on the day and how the ink fades.
A good fit if:
Talk to us first if:
Numbing may be used. Each pulse feels like a rubber band snap, and the ink turns white briefly as the laser passes over it.
Each session fades the tattoo further. Sessions are spaced about 6 to 8 weeks apart. The number needed depends on ink, depth, colour and location.
We go through the risks for your skin type at your consultation.
Tattoo removal in Richmond Hill is priced per session based on tattoo size. The total depends on how many sessions your tattoo needs, which varies with ink colour, depth, age and location. We estimate this at consultation.
What affects the price:
Cosmetic treatments are not covered by OHIP. Pricing is discussed at your consultation and is not given over the phone; you receive a written plan and quote before any treatment is booked.
Typical ranges; your plan sets yours.
| Feature | PicoSure Pro | Older Q-switched lasers |
|---|---|---|
| Pulse length | Picoseconds | Nanoseconds |
| Ink particles | Smaller, easier to clear | Larger |
| Coloured ink | Treats many colours | More limited |
| Sessions | Often fewer | Often more |
Patients come to York Dermatology for tattoo removal from Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan, Thornhill, Aurora, Newmarket and across York Region. Our clinic at 245 West Beaver Creek Rd., Unit 2, Richmond Hill, is a short drive from Highway 404 and Highway 7. Contact us or book online to arrange your consultation.
Long-lasting reduction of unwanted hair on the face and body, planned around your hair and skin type.
Broad-spectrum light that evens out sun spots, redness and uneven tone with little downtime.
Fade sun spots and even out your skin tone with IPL, laser and chemical peels, plus a plan to protect results.
Still have a question? Call us at (905) 883-7997, Monday to Friday, or see all cosmetic treatments.
It depends on ink colour, depth, age and location. We estimate the number at your consultation.
Yes. PicoSure Pro treats black ink and many colours, including blues and greens that older lasers can struggle with. Some colours may still fade more slowly than others.
Each pulse feels like a rubber band snap, and numbing may be used. Most sessions take 10 to 30 minutes.
PicoSure Pro is suitable for a wide range of skin tones. We assess your skin type before treatment and go through the risk of pigment change at your consultation.
Sessions are usually spaced about 6 to 8 weeks apart. This gives your body time to clear the broken-down ink and your skin time to heal.
Tattoo removal is priced per session based on tattoo size, and the total depends on how many sessions you need. We confirm pricing at your consultation and give you a written plan and quote before treatment. Cosmetic treatments are not covered by OHIP.
Many tattoos fade a great deal over a series of sessions, but complete removal cannot be guaranteed. It depends on ink colour, depth, age and location, and we give you a realistic estimate at your consultation.
Yes. Fading a tattoo for a cover-up usually needs fewer sessions than full removal and can help the new design work better.
Blistering or scabbing for a few days is normal. A change in skin colour or texture is rare, and keeping the area clean, covered and out of the sun, without picking, lowers the risk.
Some cosmetic tattoos, including eyebrow tattoos, may be treatable, but cosmetic inks can react differently to laser. We assess them carefully at your consultation before recommending treatment.
We’ll assess your skin and give you a written plan and quote. Cosmetic treatments are not covered by OHIP.
York Dermatology Clinic & RC
245 West Beaver Creek Rd., Unit 2
Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1L1
Phone: (905) 883-7997
Fax: (905) 883-7994
Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
