- Normally, the procedure takes about 90 minutes from start to finish.
- It also can depend on the amount of work required as each breast is unique.
- If you have undergone a mastectomy, your Areolas normally would require restoration.
- If you had breast implants- You can enhance the look of your Areolas and breasts.
- Irregular or fading Areolas and/or for any other cosmetic reason
- The procedure is typically covered under insurance.
- However, deductibles and out of pockets may still apply.
- We recommend you check with your insurance provider the details of your coverage
- Yes, men have been recipients of the benefits of Areola restoration for many years.
- Men that have undergone a ductal carcinoma and/or breast cancer
- No, it is not the same.
- It is an innovative and a very cost-effective alternative solution to the traditional hair transplant.
- During an SMP procedure a specially formulated pigment is deposited onto the scalp to replicate hair follicles thus creating the illusion of real hair.
- Yes- definitely. It is available and recommended for both Man and Women alike.
Instrucciones para el Cuidado Posterior
Durante el proceso de curación
- Contact your physician if you see any signs of infection.
- Use an ice pack to help relieve any pain and swelling.
- Keep the area clean. Blot or rinse off any body fluids/lymph to help prevent scabbing.
- Apply Aquaphor three to five times a day, applied with a cotton swab (never your fingers) until the area has healed.
- Do not expose the pigmented area to sun, soap, chlorine, hot water or salt water.
- Avoid strenuous exercise to help keep perspiration away from the pigmented area.
- Do not peel or pick any crusts or scabs that form over the pigmented area.
- Do not rub, scratch or wipe the pigmented area.
- Do not apply topical cosmetics over the pigmented area.
- No swimming or submerging in water during healing process.
Note: Detailed instructions to be provided upon completion of each procedure performed.
Una vez curado (todos los procedimientos)
- Use a sunscreen year-round over pigmented areas, including lips. If you cannot use sunscreen around your eyes, wear sunglasses.
- Do not use chemical peels, tretinoin (retin-A), exfoliants or products containing AHAS or other acids on the pigmented area.
- Check the labels on all your skin-care products, especially any anti-aging products. Since many of these contain AHAS or other acids. If in doubt, text or call me and I can confirm for you.
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Kelly Portillo es una micropigmentóloga certificada, especializada en tatuajes 3D de areola y ombligo, en micropigmentación del cuero cabelludo y soluciones de maquillaje permanente, con sede en Scottsdale, Arizona.