Cosmetic and Medical Tattooing: Procedural Planning from A to Z and the Informed Consent
This article reviews the many aspects of pre-procedure client information explained in a book format providing information, which is of direct practical usefulness.PMID:37263212 | DOI:10.1159/000522600 (Source: Current Problems in Dermatology)
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Maja Ercegovac Source Type: research
Tattooing of the Lips by Needle Technique: Artwork and Performance
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:155-168. doi: 10.1159/000524117. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTLip tattooing for cosmetic or medical purposes is a difficult operation with indications and contraindications. Lips have a refined microanatomy and many functions ranging from aesthetics and mimics supporting facial expressions to entirely biological functions such as supporting oral functions and servicing sound expression as part of linguistic performance. The anatomy of the lip is explained and illustrated. In lip tattooing, the outlining and enhancement of contour particularly towards the philtrum is important along with keeping symm...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Maja Ercegovac J ørgen Serup Source Type: research
The Sudden Rise of Cosmetic and Medical Tattoos on All Continents
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:5-10. doi: 10.1159/000525184. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTCosmetic tattooing dedicated to beautifying the normal anatomy such as the eyebrows, the eyelines, or the lips is in a remarkable growth all over the world. Medical tattooing with reconstruction of the areola and the nipple after breast surgery, correction of the lost color of vitiligo and scars is a spin-off, which has made tattooing cross the barrier and become accepted and used in clinics and hospitals in service of the quality of life of patients. The last years have seen a major development of machinery, inks, techniques, experiences, a...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Maja Ercegovac J ørgen Serup Source Type: research
Equipment Used for Cosmetic and Medical Tattooing
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:72-78. doi: 10.1159/000526046. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTThis chapter reviews our present knowledge about equipment used for cosmetic (decorative) and medical tattooing and its function with respect to installation of tattoo ink into the skin. In the following text, the word "tattooing" refers to body tattooing, permanent makeup (PMU), microblading, and medical micropigmentation. The major consumer risks related to unsafe tattoo and PMU equipment are reconsidered. Such health risks mainly include the danger of non-sterile needles or needle cartridges, cross contamination of equipment and lack of ...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Andreas Pachten Dirk Scherkowski J örn Kluge Source Type: research
Sarcoid Granulomas and Systemic Sarcoidosis Triggered by Cosmetic Tattoos
We present 4 cases of granulomas in cosmetic tattoos complicated by regional or systemic manifestations of sarcoidosis including affection of the lungs in 2 cases, the activity triggered by the tattoo. Three cases of traditional decorative tattoos on extremities serve as reference. It is noteworthy that cosmetic tattoos despite small size and thereby low relative dose of pigment injected in the skin can trigger fully developed systemic sarcoidosis. It is hypothesized that iron oxide pigments popular in cosmetic tattoo inks of red or brown color may be prone to elicit sarcoid reactions and thus carry a special risk of granu...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Olga Yu Olisova Natalia P Teplyuk Olga V Grabovskaya Vladimir A Varshavsky Polina M Pyatilova Ekaterina V Grekova J ørgen Serup Source Type: research
Technical and Clinical Complications of Cosmetic Tattooing
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:225-244. doi: 10.1159/000526048. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTCosmetic tattooing and medical tattooing of the face share basic principles and to some degree types and spectrum of technical and clinical complications known from decorative tattooing of other parts of the body. Cosmetic tattoos recently have grown exponentially in popularity in industrialized countries all over the world. The different complications and their clinical symptoms, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention are analyzed versus culprit pigments and updated. Eyeliner tattooing is associated with special complicati...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: J ørgen Serup Source Type: research
Special Applications of Medical Tattooing: Contouring and 3D Exemplified by Tattooing of the Nailbed and the Gingiva
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:212-218. doi: 10.1159/000526054. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTMedical tattooing aims to restore the normality of skin structures in patients who have skin diseases or suffer sequelae after surgical interventions or hazards. There are numerous applications, with tattooing of vitiligo and the nipple areola complex after breast cancer surgery as leading fields. The use of 3D or realistic tattoo techniques has increased the potential of medical tattooing and improved the aesthetic results. The tattooist must have good technical training combined with artistic and creative talents. In this chapter, two i...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Rita Molinaro Antonia Pirrera Alberto Renzoni Source Type: research
Color Biophysics and the Human Color Perception in Relation to Pigments and Tattooed Skin
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:11-22. doi: 10.1159/000526055. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTPerception of skin color in the natural state, or with tattoo pigment installed in the dermis is highly complex and includes both optical requisites and eye and brain functions connected to advanced cognitive and psychological functions. Permanent makeup (PMU) is miniaturized tattooing on critical anatomical location aiming at fulfilment of a person's esthetic ideal. It is a special challenge since a satisfactory outcome depends on perfectionated technique and very critical selection of pigments. The eye can be compared to a digital camera,...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Michaela Dahlgren J ørgen Serup Source Type: research
Tattooing of Scars and Disfiguring Burn Lesions
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:197-204. doi: 10.1159/000526193. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTCutaneous scars are permanent and the result of physiological wound healing with formation of disorganized collagen instead of the normally structured connective tissue network (or "textile") of the dermis. A scar restores the physical and tensile integrity of skin; skin is a vital protective layer on the body. Scars are of many types and with a broad spectrum of individual variations of color, texture, thickness, furrowing, tension, and contraction. Scars can be red and hypertrophic and, moreover, aggressive and manifested as keloids. Wh...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Ina Bennoun Source Type: research
Needle Configuration and Application in Cosmetic and Medical Tattooing
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:37-51. doi: 10.1159/000526194. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTNeedles, machines, and techniques used for professional cosmetic and medical tattooing have reached a high level of sophistication. Best utensils are combined with operator's insight - the key to best results. Nowadays, a broad range of different tattoo needles serving different purposes are available. The chapter reviews round, flat, triangular, magnum, nano, polished, textured needles, etc. and their coding and preferred use in practice. The chapter is intended to be the vade mecum for practitioners in the field, the newcomer as well as t...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Maja Ercegovac Source Type: research
Areola and Nipple Reconstruction in Breast Cancer and Other Conditions
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:169-180. doi: 10.1159/000526195. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTMedical tattoos are used for camouflage of a wide range of disfiguring skin pathologies and conditions. Recently, tattooing of the nipple and areola of the breast has been introduced as a corrective treatment of sequelae from breast cancer surgery and radiotherapy. The psychologic impact of a disfigured nipple and areola can invalidate self-esteem of the sufferer lifelong with major consequences for social life. Medical tattooing can often restore the visual appearance of the nipple-areolar complex back to normality and even improve the 3...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Ina Bennoun Source Type: research
Auxiliary Utensils in Cosmetic and Medical Tattoo Settings
This article reviews and illustrates the many special utensils involved in good-practice cosmetic and medical tattooing, exemplified by selected tools used for cleansing, disinfection, pre-operative measurement and marking, and special tattoo machines, cartridges, microblades and needles. Personal protective equipment used to prevent infections among technicians and customers are also illustrated. Educational tools, such as face phantoms and eyebrow mats, are displayed. Mastering cosmetic and medical tattooing is a challenge and involves mastering the many auxiliaries along with needle configurations, machines, inks and th...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Maja Ercegovac J ørgen Serup Source Type: research
Stretch Mark Treatment by Tattooing and Microneedling
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:205-211. doi: 10.1159/000529556. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTStretch marks (striae distensae) are common dermal scarring associated with weight gain, overweight, and pregnancy. Scarring is caused by overstretching of the skin's dermis with permanent structural alteration of the collagen network fibers. Some individuals have naturally weak connective tissue and may develop major stretch marks without being overweight. Stretch marks can develop during puberty and after physical exercise with rapid muscle growth. Cortisone treatment and anabolic steroids often cause stretch marks. Stretch marks are of...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Jenni M äättä Source Type: research
Linearity and Surface Anatomy of the Face: From Embryo to Senescence
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:281-305. doi: 10.1159/000529557. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTFurrows, lines and wrinkles with distensibility and retractility are a biological need of skin in the service of skin integrity, plasticity and joint motion. The fundamental segmentation and linearity of skin is genetically coded, manifested early in embryonal life and remarkably constant throughout life. The basic pattern established early in embryonal life when facial segments expand and fuse is confounded by overlapping linearities of different backgrounds. Embryonal skin and skin in childhood, puberty, adult life and senescence underg...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: J ørgen Serup Source Type: research
On the Use, Effectiveness, and Safety of Face Masks, Gloves, and Disinfectants to Prevent Transfer of Microbials between the Tattooist and the Customer: A Practical Review of Pros and Cons Including the Occupational Safety of the Tattooist
Curr Probl Dermatol. 2022;56:109-130. doi: 10.1159/000529696. Epub 2023 Jun 1.ABSTRACTTattooists and their customers are under special risk of airborne infection because of the short distance during the procedure and the unavoidable exchange of expired and inhaled air potentially containing droplets holding pathogenic germs. Moreover, the manual procedure involves a significant risk of contamination through physical contact. A range of personal protective equipment (PPE) is available, including three-layered disposable surgical masks, cotton masks, respirators without or with expiration valve, visors and shields, goggles, ...
Source: Current Problems in Dermatology - June 1, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: J ørgen Serup Source Type: research
