How quickly will I get an answer?

Within 12 to 48 hours, depending on the chosen speed. Also at weekends and on public holidays.

How much does a consultation cost?

From 39 euro, depending on the chosen speed. Code TATTOO247 gives you 5 euro off.

How does the code TATTOO247 work?

Enter the code in the last step of checkout. You get 5 euro off and your consult is assigned to Dr. van der Bent.

Do I need a referral?

No. You start the consult directly, without a GP or referral letter.

How do I know if my reaction is an allergy?

That is exactly what the review is for. Itchy, raised areas in one ink colour often point to an allergy, but the dermatologist also looks at other causes.

When should I raise the alarm right away?

With increasing redness, warmth, pain, pus or fever. Start a consult immediately or contact your GP.

TATTOO CLINIC

Skin problems with your tattoo? Get clarity fast.

Dr. S.A.S. van der Bent is a dermatologist specialised in tattoo complications. He reviews your complaints online and gives targeted advice within 12 to 48 hours. Use code TATTOO247 to get 5 euro off your consultation.

Dr. S.A.S. van der Bentdermatologist, tattoo skin complaints and laser therapy

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code TATTOO247: 5 euro off, your consult goes to Dr. Van der Bent.

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5 euro off. Enter the code at checkout; your consult is assigned to Dr. van der Bent.

COMPLAINTS OVERVIEW

The complaints we review online.

An overview, for tattoos and permanent make-up. Complaint not listed? Just start a consult. The dermatologist always reviews.

Tattoo allergy

itchy, raised areas in the ink

Pigment reactions

reactions to specific ink colours

Wound healing

slow or abnormal healing after tattooing

Scars and keloid

thickened or spreading scars

Granulomas

nodules or bumps in the tattoo

Infection

redness, warmth, pain or pus

Sun reactions

complaints that flare after sunlight

Itch

persistent or recurring itch

Discolouration

changing colour of ink or skin

Complaint not listed? Start the consult; the dermatologist always reviews.

HOW IT WORKS

A digital review, in three steps.

You fill in a short questionnaire and upload clear photos. Dr. van der Bent reviews your complaints and you receive targeted advice, with a prescription or referral where needed.

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Answer the short questionnaire about your complaint and your tattoo.

Upload clear photos

Sharp photos close up and from a short distance, in daylight.

Enter your code at checkout

TATTOO247 gives 5 euro off and assigns your consult to Dr. van der Bent.

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THE SPECIALIST

The specialist who put tattoo complications on the map.

Dr. S.A.S. van der Bentdermatologist, tattoo skin complaints and laser therapyBIG no. 79918309901

Dr. Van der Bent earned his PhD in 2021 on tattoo complications and has published more than 50 national and international scientific papers on the subject. As a board member of the European Society of Tattoo and Pigment Research and organiser of the 2021 World Congress on Tattoo and Pigment Complications, he is internationally at the foundation of this field.

He holds physical clinics at Alrijne Hospital Leiden and on Thursdays at DC Klinieken Amsterdam Lairesse. If a biopsy or treatment is needed, you hear that within the same 12 to 48 hours and he refers you to his own clinic.

This clinic is a partnership with Tattoo Poli, founded by Dr. Van der Bent. More about his work at tattoopoli.nl.

PhD (2021) on complications of tattoos
More than 50 national and international scientific publications
Board member of the European Society of Tattoo and Pigment Research (ESTP)
Organiser of the World Congress on Tattoo and Pigment Complications (WCTP 2021)
Dermatologist at Alrijne Hospital Leiden and DC Klinieken Amsterdam
Founder of Tattoo Poli (tattoopoli.nl) and tattoosandhealth.com

Answers to your questions.

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