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Can scalp micropigmentation in the sideburns cause extreme shedding? No anesthic was administered. (photos)

August 18, 2018
Asked By:mikedavis84 in Brooklyn, NY

Only the left sideburn has been affected for some reason. Is this reversible? How long till it grows back normal pic attached

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Answer: Scalp Micropigmentation SMP does not affect transplanted hair or harm existing hairs.

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Answer: Scalp Micropigmentation SMP does not affect transplanted hair or harm existing hairs.

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August 21, 2018

Answer: Hair loss with SMP

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August 21, 2018

Answer: Hair loss with SMP

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