Must I wait before try scalp micropigmentation to disguise hair loss from LPP & FFA? Is it safe for scarring alopecias?
January 24, 2017
Asked By:pclarktor in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Is it necessary to wait for 2-3 years of inactivity of my scarring alopecias (LPP & FFA) before I try scalp micropigmentation just like I would have to wait for this duration of 'quiet' time before attempting a hair transplant? Is there a risk that scalp micropigmentation retriggers the scarring alopecias or is it considered not too invasive and therefore safe for these conditions? Thank you for your help.
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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...
Gromace:Thank you for your question. We recommend an in person visit to have a close up examination. We find it is best to test the scar tissue to see how it accepts the pigment. We use only organic pigment from Beauty Medical, it is temporary because it is organic which means it will be ...
Roco101, No it would depend on the smp procedure, whether you are looking to go down the permanent or temporary pigment route. We offer an all organic ink from Beauty Medical, which is a temporary solution. It would also depend on the shade of gray. If your hair is salt and pepper color that ...
