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TJJD Kicks Off Tattoo Removal Program

The TJJD tattoo removal program begins this month, with the first removal clinic is scheduled for January 28, 2016 at the Giddings State School.  The program will have the use of the latest laser tattoo removal machine that is less invasive than previous machine and requires minimal wound care.
To utilize this service, a youth must make a request to his/her case manager for tattoo removal.  The case manager will then take the request to the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) for review.  Once MDT approves the request, consents from youth and parents will be obtained.  Priority for removal services is given to tattoos that are visible on the hands, arms, face, or neck, or those that reflect gang affiliation. Then youth will be scheduled for an initial consultation with the Medical Director, at which time a treatment plan will be developed.  Qualified and trained technicians will be doing the tattoo removal services.

Complete removal of a tattoo may require three to six sessions.  Sessions are scheduled at six to eight week intervals. There will be some expectations of youth to participate in this program.  For example, a youth will be removed from this service if he acquires additional tattoos or for being noncompliant with aftercare. While the program will begin with youth at Giddings State School, it will expand it to other facilities in the near future.

This is an exciting opportunity for our youth and for TJJD and this program will significantly improve their chances for success when they return to their communities.

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