Would SMP on donor site cover FUE scars?

Question

Had 4100 FUE grafts,I love having my hair short on the side like a grade 1 or lower. I can see my FUE scars although other people say they don't know. Is it possible to use SMP to make it seem darker in the side?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Scalp MicroPigmentation can be used to cover linear scars as well as FUE scars. SMP is not real hair so it will not give you the bulk of real hair.

Jennifer Krejci, MD · Answer

A: SMP can be a great solution for scar camouflage of FUE and FUT scars. Be sure to do your research though; SMP is a very specialized technique and requires a professional that specifically knows how to works on scalp scars. It is differs from regular tattoos in the pigment choices, depth of placement and needles. Especially in scars, you may need multiple treatments to reach the desired effects. Lastly, SMP treatment usually requires maintenance or retreatment over time as the pigment tends to fade. Good luck!

Ben Talei, MD · Answer

SMP is an excellent choice if you have these small scars and they are bothering you. If done correctly it will have the appearance of real hair and people won't even be able to tell. As you did with your hair surgeon make sure you find the best artist.

David Perez-Meza, MD, FISHRS · Answer

One of the complications with donor harvesting with the FUExcision technique is scarring. Yes, micro pigmentation of the donor area will help you to camouflage the scars. Good luck.

Muhammad Jawad, MD · Answer

For overly harvested donor area after fue can be improved by scalp micro pigmentation...an excellent technique to camouflage the FUE scars...
Choose the expert of SMP as in raw hands it won' give that much good results

Karl Hekimian, MD · Answer

Yes, scalp micropigmentation can do a nice job camouflaging donor scars from both FUE and FUT procedures.

Sara Salas, MD · Answer

Yes SMP is an option that could be beneficial to your FUE spots. Scalp micropigmentation is a relatively new procedure whereby a "tattoo" or a modified tattoo is performed with inks that are similar the color of a hair follicle in lieu of a hair.

Cory Torgerson, MD, PhD, FRCSC - Account Suspended · Answer

SMP also called scalp micro pigmentation is a great solution for camouflaging any scars or bare areas of your scalp.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Scalp Micropigmentation is an excellent solution for scars in the back of the head especially after high FU"E sessions

Would SMP on donor site cover FUE scars?

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