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SMP laser removal with no permanent hair loss possible?

jaytaylor84Apr 11, 2017
I made the mistake of getting SMP a year or so ago and am not happy with it. After exploring my options I realize laser is the best route but i'm having a hard time finding a laser on what particular setting would be most effective while sparing my remaining hair. Please help.

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Bernardino Arocha, MD, FISHRS

Qyitstorm,While SMP can be very effective technique for decreasing the contrast between the lighter scalp and the darker hair color, it will not create the fullness that real hair  transplantation can produce. If it is only a small area it might do the job. However keep in mind that if you have ...

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Rjhein007,SMP can be used to create a shaved look for men who desire the buzzed cut look. It can also be used to enhance density in thin areas, regardless of hair length. Also could be used to hide some scars.Sincerely,Bernardino Arocha, MD

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Tim Col,Thanks for your question. The best way to avoid the smp from changing colors to blue or green, is to use only organic pigments like those formulated at Beauty Medical. These pigments have the safety of being organic and natural which means that the body will eventually metabolize it, but...

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Dorukakg,We do not know what type of temporary pigment was used or how many touch ups were performed. We use only organic pigments from Beauty Medical. We also perform smp procedures in two days sessions, and then performed an evaluation at one month to assess if a touch up is needed. We ...

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Pclarktor,Our smp is safe in these conditions because it is very superficial at only .5 mm, the inflammation in those conditions occurs much deeper around the sweat glands. Also we use only organic pigments from Beauty Medical. However, I would not recommend it in folliculitis or WBC...

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Cosmos37,SMP is done to a depth of .5 mm, laser treatment to remove this pigment should not damage the surrounding follicles. However, the natural organic pigments that we employ are normally eventually metabolized, hence they will fade in due time if so desired.To continue the benefit of the...

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