The nature and method of the proposed pigment (tattoo) lightening procedure has been explained to me including risks and/or possibility of complications during or following its performance.  I understand there may be a certain amount of discomfort or pain associated with the procedure and that the other adverse side effects may include: minor and temporary bleeding, bruising, redness or other discoloration and swelling.  Fever blisters may occur on the lips following lip procedures in individuals prone to this problem.  Secondary infection in the area of the procedure may occur, however if properly cared for, this is rare.