Can SMP on men with short hair look natural and effective? (Photo)

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I've seen SMP used to 'increase density' in womens hair. Im interested in having my crown and some scalp area done. However, can it also be effective and natural looking in men. I've been told that SMP might not be effective for men's hair and it might not look very natural to the eye. Please can you advise

Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

We have definitely found SMP to be a useful adjunct in cases where the appearance of additional density is desired in the crown and other areas of the scalp in both men and women.  We also utilize SMP in areas where the tiny dot scars from FUE are visible.

Gary Linkov, MD · Answer

Hello, and than you for your question.
SMP, or scalp micropigmentation, is a painless procedure that uses highly specialized equipment and unique techniques to carefully and expertly inject all-natural, color-tailored pigments into the scalp creating a completely natural look of the patient’s hairline. A typical procedure involves an initial consultation and two pigmentation sessions to achieve the desired results. You can wash your head the fourth day after the treatment and, during that time, avoid any strenuous activity that will prompt undesired sweating. Once the procedure is complete, the results of a Scalp Micropigmentation treatment can last up to five years.
To answer your question, yes, SMP can add density to men's hairlines. 
Gary Linkov, MD
Hair Specialist
Manhattan

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Scalp MicroPigmentation or SMP is basically a tattoo.  It may look great for thinning hair but for men with genetic balding, it may not look good if you end up with no hair in the thinning area.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Yes absolutely SMP can and will make a thinning area look better provided you have some natural hair present. I wish you the best.Dr. T

Artur Kierach, MD · Answer

This can work for men and women as long as there is enough hair in the area already. The pigment needs to blend with the existing hair to block the skin complexion between the hairs. This adds to the look of fullness. if there is not enough hair density it will look fake.

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