Cost of Hair Transplant in Tanzania

Types of hair transplants that can be carried out

Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) - The surgeon will remove a 6 to 10-inch thin strip of tissue from the back or side of your scalp, which is the donor region. This strip will be divided into small grafts containing 2 to 4 follicles each. Then these grafts will be transplanted into the area with thinning hair. This method leaves a scar and the recovery time is usually more. The cost of this transplantation is less than FUE. Hair transplant cost in Tanzania using FUT varies between $1,500 and $3,000.

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) - The surgeon will individually extract the follicles from the donor area and keep them in a hair-viable solution to transplant later. The surgeon will then make small slits in the area where the follicle has to be transplanted. The follicles are added to those slits. This is a minimally invasive surgery and the recovery time is less. This procedure is more expensive and can cost around $3,000 to $5,000.

Cost of hair transplantation in different countries

Tanzania provides low-cost options for hair transplant procedures, which are less expensive than in other countries.

It is very important to note that these are not fixed costs and may vary depending on individual needs.

Factors Affecting the Cost of Hair Transplant Procedure

• Type of procedure - Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) are the two most common procedures performed. FUE is more expensive than FUT as it is more labor-intensive.

• Surgeon - Surgeons with an extensive record in hair transplants tend to have a higher fee. Surgeons with a specific type of expertise in any technique also charge more.

• Location - The location of the clinic or hospital also influences the cost of hair transplants. Dar es Salaam is a hotspot for hair transplant procedures.

• Quantity of grafts needed - The number of grafts needed by an individual depends on the hair thinning or baldness they experience. More grafts are needed to cover more area on the scalp. The cost is decided per graft.