Does scalp micropigmentation work for a brain surgery scar?

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I am in my mid 20s. A couple of years ago I had a scar revision surgery to minimize the size of a scar I have as a result as brain surgery. However, I am getting older now and starting to lose my hair. It is getting difficult now to cover up the scar that is on the back of my head. Besides getting another scar revision surgery, is scalp micropigmentation another option for people with brain surgery scars to cover up theirs scars?

Amir Yazdan, MD · Answer

Scalp micropigmentation or SMP involves using permanent or semi-permanent ink to give the appearance of hair follicles on the scalp. SMP is great tool for those wishing to increase the appearance of hair in balding areas or thinly covered areas, as well as those who wish to go with a shaved head look. SMP is also a great tool to camouflage scars. Whether hair transplant scars or other unrelated scars. SMP can be used in conjunction with other hair restoration methods to offer comprehensive coverage. While SMP is a rather simple procedure skill-wise (compared to hair transplant procedure) you may be surprised the amount of bad SMP jobs I see. Make sure that you thoroughly research your prospective doctor and check the before and after pictures for accuracy and a natural, realistic look.

Bernardino Arocha, MD, FISHRS · Answer

liger415,Thank you for the question. Absolutely, hiding scars from any cause on the scalp is     a good option with state of the art micro-pigmentation. The benefit is immediate.SMP works best on flat white scars. I would recommend an evaluation  with a hair loss expert to have the best short and long term plan, and of course results.Sincerely,Bernardino A. Arocha, MD

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Many patients with craniotomy or brain surgery scars have Scalp MicroPigmentation to disguise the scarring.

Sara Wasserbauer, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Scalp Micro Pigmentation is great camouflage to the scars. SMP works best if the scar is flat.  Seek a professional evaluation before you go ahead.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Scalp Micropigmentation works well on any scalp scar, including brain surgical scars.  It is a great solution to camouflaging the scars, see below

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Does scalp micropigmentation work for a brain surgery scar?

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