Background: Scalp micropigmentation has developed rapidly in recent years to the extent that it is now considered a major means of hair loss treatment along with medication and hair transplantation.
Aims: To deliver correct information in terms of patients' curiosity regarding scalp micropigmentation and the most frequent complaints that doctors receive as well as to rectify misinformation.
Methods: A review of the literature was performed, and information is herein presented on various scalp micropigmentation procedures, the authors' experiences in this area, and special tips to achieve a natural result.
Results: The fundamental knowledge and proper techniques described in this article can aid in achieving more successful scalp micropigmentation results.
Conclusion: Scalp micropigmentation is a widely used technique to camouflage various scalp scars and alopecia; therefore, it is important to be aware of the principles and skills necessary to achieve a natural result.
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- - The study compares hair transplant (HT) and scalp micropigmentation (SMP) as treatments for female pattern hair loss (FPHL), with a focus on finding criteria to choose between the two methods.
- - In a review of 40 female patients, significant differences were found in hair density and follicular unit density between those who underwent HT and those who had SMP.
- - The results indicate that hair density (HD) is crucial for deciding treatment, with SMP being advisable for HD ≥104.6 hairs/cm and HT recommended for HD ≤96.17 hairs/cm.
Revision for unsatisfactory outcomes of scalp micropigmentation.
Int J Dermatol
January 2025
Motential Clinic, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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- Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) is gaining popularity but can lead to complications that severely affect patients' mental well-being, especially when results are unsatisfactory.* -
- A study involving 120 patients looked into corrective measures after poor SMP outcomes, revealing that most had treatment at beauty salons and many underwent additional procedures like hair transplants or laser removal.* -
- Results indicated that appropriate revisions by experienced professionals can lead to satisfactory outcomes, with high average satisfaction scores from both patients and physicians.*
Complete regrowth of hair following scalp tattooing in a patient with alopecia universalis.
JAAD Case Rep
January 2023
Resnik Skin Institute, Aventura, Florida.
Scalp Micropigmentation: A Clinicopathologic Correlation.
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September 2022
Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA.
Introduction: Scalp micropigmentation is a method of concealing alopecia by depositing permanent pigment in a tattoo-like manner. Pigment is deposited between hair follicles in a stippling pattern that resembles closely cut hair.
Case Presentation: On trichoscopy, characteristic findings of scalp micropigmentation include homogenous, grey to black circular dots that are evenly spaced and appear larger than adjacent hair follicles.
Natural results of scalp micropigmentation: A review.
J Cosmet Dermatol
November 2022
V Design Hair by Dana international, Vibhavadi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand.
Background: Scalp micropigmentation has developed rapidly in recent years to the extent that it is now considered a major means of hair loss treatment along with medication and hair transplantation.
Aims: To deliver correct information in terms of patients' curiosity regarding scalp micropigmentation and the most frequent complaints that doctors receive as well as to rectify misinformation.
Methods: A review of the literature was performed, and information is herein presented on various scalp micropigmentation procedures, the authors' experiences in this area, and special tips to achieve a natural result.
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