HAIR
TRANSPLANT
What is Hair
Transplant?
Hair loss is a part of the
aging process affecting men and women every year. Usually caused by a
combination of hormonal changes, genetics, and growing older, hair loss
can be detrimental to one's self-image and confidence. Hair Transplant
or Hair Replacement
surgery is considered a reconstructive
treatment
for hair loss.
There are several different methods of hair
replacement surgery
namely hair
transplantation, tissue expansion, flap surgery, and scalp reduction.
However, the general approach is the same—small pieces of
hair-bearing scalp grafts are removed from a donor site and relocated
to bald or thinning area. Hair
transplant typically
requires more than one surgery, depending on the goals of the patient
and the technique selected.
Risks on
Hair Transplant
Risks are inevitable in every cosmetic procedure.
Fortunately, hair
replacement surgery has
been practiced for decades and is normally very safe when performed by
a qualified and experience
plastic surgeon.
However,
possible complications include infection and scarring. Numbness may be
experienced in the donor and recipient sites, which will subside within
three months. Skin discoloration is also a possibility in the affected
areas as well as an uneven appearance or dimpling of the skin.
Frequently
Asked Questions on Hair Transplant
Q: Where will the hair replacement incisions be placed?
A: The incisions are placed where the hairline is desired to be
restored.
Certified and trained surgeons
will make the incisions based on discussions with the patient to ensure
satisfaction with the final result.
Q: How will I
experience
pain after the procedure?
A: Some patients may feel some aching or
swelling immediately following
their hair
transplant surgeries.
However, these sensations will gradually disappear. The new replacement hair
looks good initially but it is important to note that the fall out
after several weeks is normal. This is for the new hair to grow and
take its place over the following months. At this point, you are also
on your way to having a youthful full head of hair again.
Q: How long will
the Hair
transplant last?
A: Hair Transplant
is almost always permanent, although some patients require
“retouch” procedures to maintain natural-looking
results. Your plastic
surgeon will discuss the
long term effects of your operation during your consultation. Although hair transplant
surgery doesn't work for
everyone, hair
transplants do offer
permanent hair restoration
for most patients.
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