Overview
What is Hair Transplantation
Hair transplantation is a surgical procedure in which hair follicles from an area of the body, typically the back of the scalp, are extracted and transplanted to a bald or balding area of the scalp. The procedure aims to restore hair growth in areas where hair loss has occurred.
Why would someone need to have hair transplantation?
Hair transplantation may be necessary for individuals who have experienced hair loss due to any number of factors, such as genetics, hormonal imbalances, or injury. Hair transplantation can help individuals who want a more full and natural-looking head of hair regain their confidence and self-esteem.
What conditions can hair transplantation have?
Hair transplantation may be beneficial for individuals who have male pattern baldness, female pattern baldness, scarring alopecia, trauma, or any other type of baldness. Additionally, some individuals may opt for hair transplantation for cosmetic purposes.
Requirements & Evaluation: hair transplantation
To determine whether you are a good candidate for hair transplantation, a medical evaluation will be performed by a doctor. Several factors, such as age, hair thickness, and hair loss type, will be considered during the evaluation. The doctor will then determine if hair transplantation is a viable option for you.
Different Types of hair transplantation
There are two primary types of hair transplantation: Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). FUT involves a strip of skin with hair follicles, while FUE involves individual follicular units to be removed via microscopic incisions.
Procedure For Hair Transplant
Hair transplantation typically involves both the extracting of hair follicles from a donor site and transplanting them onto a bald or balding site. The procedure can take several hours and is typically done under local anesthesia.
Before the Procedure
Before the procedure, you will undergo a consultation with your doctor to discuss the expectations, procedure, recovery time, possible risks, and benefits. It is essential to provide accurate medical history and medications used to avoid any potential complications during the procedure.
After the Procedure
It is essential to follow the given instructions after the procedure for proper healing. You may experience redness, swelling, or itching after surgery. To ensure a safe and speedy recovery, avoid smoking, alcohol, and strenuous activities post-surgery.
Types of Hair Transplant
- Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)
Follicular Unit Extraction or FUE is a widely popular type of hair transplant used commonly by Hair transplant surgeons. In FUE, the implantation is done by follicular units of grafts that are extracted using a two or three-step technique. The implantation of the hair is done directly with the same traditional method of FUT (Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation).
- Direct hair implantation (DHI)
Direct Hair Implantation or DHI is a direct way of hair transplantation where the hair surgeon will use a specialized pen that cuts graphs and reimplants hair follicles at the same time. This technique is gaining popularity nowadays over the FUE or FUT type of hair transplantation.
What kind of follow-up care will I have during recovery?
The doctor will advise you to attend regular follow-up appointments to monitor your healing progress and perform any necessary touch-ups if required. In some cases, many people are prescribed medications to increase their hair growth and manage hair fall conditions.
Risk & Benefits
Like any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with hair transplantation. The most common risks include bleeding, infection, and scarring. However, the benefits of hair transplantation, such as increased confidence and self-esteem, typically outweigh the risks.
Recovery
Recovery time for hair transplantation can vary between individuals but typically takes about 2 weeks. Patients can return to their daily routines after a week.
