Medical Tattooing
3D Areola Tattooing
Realistic nipple and areola restoration for breast cancer survivors and patients who have undergone breast reconstruction surgery. We provide both unilateral & bilateral 2D & 3D areola tattooing, gender affirming tattoos, and bellybutton tattoos customized to your unique anatomy, skin tone, and surgical outcome.
Scar Camouflage & Inkless Scar Revision
Scar Camouflage & Inkless Scar Revision
We offer advanced scar treatments designed to improve the appearance of surgical scars, injury scars, stretch marks, and other skin irregularities. Treatment options include pigment camouflage and inkless scar revision techniques.
Medical Tattoing FAQ
Why Patients Trust Beauty Edit
✔ Licensed Tattoo Artist in Oregon & Arizona
✔ Certified Medical Tattoo Artist
✔ Specialized in 3D Areola Restoration
✔ Member of the Association of Medical Tattooing
✔ Bloodborne Pathogen Certified
✔ Fully Insured
✔ Featured on Fox News Arizona
✔ Hundreds of Successful Procedures Performed
Does it hurt?
Normally, the client does not feel any pain. Each case is different though and depending on your particular surgery there may be some small amount of sensation but it usually is minimal or mildly uncomfortable.
How long do I have to wait after surgery to have the procedure done?
We require a minimum of 6 months to pass after the date of your final surgery and/or nipple reconstruction.
I had nipple reconstruction... can I still get tattooed?
Yes, although there are occasions when the pigment does not take well on the reconstructed nipple. The reconstructed nipple as well as the area around it can still be tattooed, but follow up visits may be needed to ensure adequate pigment retention in that area.
How long does the procedure take?
It typically takes 1.5 -2 hours. This includes consultation and pigment matching. The actual tattoo time is about 15-30 minutes for each side. Unilateral clients can take slightly longer due to increased time mixing pigment and trying to match the color of the existing areola.
Bring a Bra or Camisole to wear after your procedure to help hold the bandages in place.
How long does it take for the tattoo area to heal?
Healing times can vary... usually it takes 7-10 days.
How long will the tattoo last?
The tattoo will last a lifetime. Some slight fading may occur over many years time, but will be minimal. Normally we try to tattoo the area lighter rather than darker, so it's possible that a touch up visit may be required... remembering that we can always darken the area but we can not lighten it prior to completion. Thus, lighter is always better than darker.
Do you use sterile needles and equipment?
YES! All of our needles are single use and sterile. All equipment that touches the skin is disposable. Ink is poured into disposable caps that are not reused and all surfaces are covered with a protective barrier to avoid cross contamination. We go above and beyond industry standards to insure your safety and ours.
Can I use my insurance to pay for the procedure?
Unfortunately no. SeAnn is not a health care provider, and not able to bill insurance directly. She will provide you with an itemized receipt, that some clients have submitted to insurance for reimbursement. We are unable to guarantee that they will cover this, but we will help in any way we can.