I had my scalp micropigmetation third and final session and I had some ink placed in my sideburns area as well just to thicken them up a little. I noticed next day that on my left sideburn there is a small bald patch now that was never there before. Its about half a cm in diameter. Could this be from the smp needle causing some sort of shedding reaction due to stress and or inflammation? And how long before the hair regrows. Thank you.
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Answer: Scalp Micropigmentation SMP does not affect transplanted hair or harm existing hairs.
Scalp Micropigmentation SMP can be a great adjunct after hair transplant surgery to add the look of fullness. You don't need to shave if you don't want the shaved look. Many men and women with thinning hair have SMP.
When performed well scalp pigmentation can add the look of fullness to your hair, natural or transplanted. With long hair with the hair parted the scalp becomes more visible. Scalp pigmentation will add tone to the skin surface so blocking the natural skin complexion. This can blend with your...
Scalp Micropigmentation SMP is basically a light tattoo that fades like all tattoos. Some people seem to hold on to the pigment much better or longer. Sun exposure and skin type can affect how it looks over the years. Some patients return to have a touch up to make it look darker. Over ...