In this treatment the epidermis containing active melanocyte is punched (donor area) and grafted in the achromatic skin area (recipient area); and with healing, the melanocytes spread into neighbouring tissue and brings about re-pigmentation.
Mini Punch Grafting Procedure:The recipient area and donor area are analysed and prepared for initiating the process of punching & grafting respectively. At donor area, punches of 1-2mm are created. At recipient area, the punched grafts of size 1-2mm is grafted. Pressure bandage dressing is done which is maintained for 7-8 days for maintaining immobilization of grafts. Local anaesthesia is used at the recipient and donor area. Medication including anti-biotics and NSAID is prescribed. In follow-up review visits, phototherapy is done on the treated skin.
Benefits of Mini Punch Grafting:Large affected area can be treated with punch grafting High success rate Punch grafting combined with phototherapy provides cumulative benefit of re-pigmentation.
MBBS, MD, DNB, FRGUHS
CONSULTANT DERMATOLOGIST, HAIR TRANSPLANT AND DERMATOSURGEON
Best dermatologist in BTM Layout | Dr K C Dharam Kumar is a leading dermatologist, cosmetologist and hair transplant surgeon from Bangalore. He has more than 10 years of experience in the medical field. He is the Director of Dr Dharam’s Skin O Hair Clinic, BTM layout, Bangalore and the Co-Director of Epiderma skin and hair clinic, Jayanagar,Bangalore.