Of all the questions we hear in our clinic, there is one that seems to be raised, time and again, and it concerns the danger elements linked to treatment. Or to put is in a clearer sense, is scalp micropigmentation safe?
To provide you with a broad response, yes, SMP is safe. However, if we look a little deeper into the subject matter, there are certainly advisable cautions which should be adhered to.
What is Scalp Micropigmentation?
SMP is a contemporary and life-changing treatment which works in the combat against hair loss. Unlike its close counterparts, such as a hair transplant or medication, it doesn’t promote new hair growth. Instead, it conceals the problem hair loss leaves behind.
For all intents and purposes, the procedure itself is tantamount to tattooing, particularly in relation to the techniques used for administering SMP. However, there are a couple of fundamental differences. A machine fitted with a microneedle is used to implant pigments underneath the outer layer of the skin. When administred as scalp micropigmentation it takes the form of a series of tiny dots that resemble imitation hair follicles. As mentioned above, there are fundamental differences, these are related to pigment ingredients and depth of the implant. Both of these are different from tattooing which is why it is crucial to use only specifically trained practitioners for SMP treatments.
Who Can Benefit From Scalp Micropigmentation?
The procedure is used to recreate an ultimately natural hairline which takes the form of imitation hair follicles in a series of tiny dots. These dots are blended seamlessly in conjunction with your complexion and can benefit people with the following hair loss conditions :
- Male and female pattern baldness
- Diffuse thinning
- Alopecia
- Scar concealments
- Cancer patients, providing the bridge between hair loss and regrowth
The Safety of Scalp Micropigmentation
Whenever the barrier of the surface of your skin is broken there is always the risk of infection, no matter how you look at it. Because of this danger, it’s crucial you choose your clinic and technician carefully. Elements to take into consideration when making your clinic choice are as follows :
- Hygiene – do the clinic and technician appear to follow appropriate guidelines? These include a sterile appearance, protective films on machinery used, gloves worn and new and sealed needles used for each treatment.
- Does your technician hold sufficient qualifications and training for administering scalp micropigmentation? Regulations in the industry are known for being slight, ensure you are diligent when choosing the right clinic.
- Check that the ingredients in the pigments are natural. Certain components in inferior inks can cause allergies and infections.
When dealing with the aspect of safety, it is also important to consider the emotional aspect of the treatment. Scalp micropigmentation is a life-changing procedure. This means the decision to receive SMP shouldn’t be one that is taken either lightly or with a moderate investigation into your practitioner. One of the biggest dangers to SMP is receiving treatment which is poorly administered. The repercussions can be devastating to your mental health and well-being and can be decidedly expensive and difficult to remove.
To conclude, is scalp micropigmentation safe? Yes, provided you exercise extreme diligence with the decision-making process linked to the procedure itself.
