Salabrasion is a procedure that has been done since antiquity in which the skin is sanded using an abrasive object such as a wood block with a compound of salt and water.  While it can be somewhat effective, infection and scarring are common side effects.  Multiple sessions are almost always necessary

( http://www.ehow.com/way_5335587_salabrasion-removing-tattoos.html ).

In contrast to the ancient salbrasion method, state of the art laser tattoo removal carries “minimal risk” (http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/laser-tattoo-removal ) and there is only “a slight chance that the treatment can leave you with a permanent scar”  http://www.medicinenet.com/tattoo_removal/page2.htm

If you would like more information regarding the pros and cons of the various methods of tattoo removal, feel free to give us a call at (281) 440-GONE(4664).