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Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) is a promising treatment for people with hair loss. Most people think of hair loss as a man’s problem, but millions of women also experience hair loss and thinning hair.
Scalp micropigmentation involves applying different shades of pigmentation (with a needle device, like a tattoo) to the scalp, usually in multiple sessions. The timeline for treatment is usually around 3-4 hours for the first session, 2-3 hours for the second session, and (if needed), 1-2.5 hours for the third session. It all depends on the amount of work needed.
The technician will typically apply lighter shades in the first session, followed by darker shades in subsequent sessions.
Scalp micropigmentation can be used not only as a cosmetic treatment for balding and surgery-related hair loss, but also for scar camouflage. And it can help cover up blemishes and birthmarks.
Scalp micropigmentation is permanent, but you may need periodic touch-ups.
We offer many different procedures and treatments to help conquer your hair loss!
Most patients will experience some discomfort, but it usually becomes more tolerable as the session progresses. Some areas of the scalp may be more sensitive than others, including the temples and the skin just above the ears. Everyone has a different pain threshold. SMP is less painful than a regular tattoo or a hair transplant.
There are no reported side effects with scalp micropigmentation. Pigments with heavy metals or chemicals can cause an allergic reaction or interfere with an MRI machine. That’s why it’s vital to choose a qualified, reputable provider to perform the procedure.
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a minimally invasive hair transplant method that allows the removal of individual follicles from your donor area without a scalpel incision, and then implants them where you need more hair coverage.
The ARTAS® system allows a minimally invasive procedure that is virtually undetectable. Unlike previous methods of hair restoration, there is no need for the surgical removal of a strip of scalp from the back and sides of the head. So, there is no linear scar after surgery, and no need for stitches or staples to close the wound. The benefit is a significantly shortened recovery time.
Both the ARTAS® system and the manual FUE method can be done by getting a short trim. Trimming your hair in the donor area allows the ARTAS® system to accurately visualize, track, and harvest each grouping of hairs. You will receive detailed instructions from your doctor on the required length your hair needs to be before the procedure.
As part of the ARTAS® procedure, the scalp is locally anesthetized until numb. If you still feel any pain during the procedure, a physician will decide if it’s necessary to administer additional anesthesia to reduce discomfort. The patient typically feels no pain. Some patients can experience minor discomfort and swelling post-procedure, which subsides in one to three days.
Transplanted hair grows naturally in phases. New hairs are seen about three months after the procedure and will continue to increase over the course of a full year. At approximately six months, you will enjoy a noticeable improvement and after a full year, you will see full results. However, individual results and timelines may vary for each patient.
While hair loss may not necessarily stop after transplantation, ARTAS®, FUE and FUT procedures use your own permanent growing hair, typically from the back of your head, and your physician then implants this hair to the thinning areas of your scalp. As this hair might not be susceptible to the conditions that cause male pattern baldness, transplanted hair will typically last a lifetime. Your doctor will be able to assess your treatment options and discuss what you can expect.
The ARTAS Robotic Procedure was designed with you in mind. Developed with leading hair transplant physicians and researchers, this state-of-the-art technology was created to eliminate the guesswork and fatigue associated with manual handheld methods, along with the scarring, complications and downtime of existing invasive surgical techniques.
This FDA-cleared, physician-assisted technology provides permanent, natural-looking results without the plugs, pain and stitches associated with traditional hair transplants.
