Hair Transplant

Many damages that can occur in hair follicles are a factor in hair loss. The method known as hair transplantation among the people, that is, the replacement of the hair taken from the person to the bald area is the most effective and permanent method in this regard. Hair transplantation performed by plastic surgeons is the process of transferring the roots taken from the donor area to sparse areas. Different techniques can be used in the transfer process.

 

How Is Hair Transplantation Performed, What Are The Processes?

Although there are different methods in hair transplantation, the FUT technique, which is known as the classical method, has not been preferred in recent years as a painless method such as the FUE technique has started to be accepted. The FUE technique is preferred as a method that allows the patient to return to his social life in a much shorter time and gives fast results. So how is hair transplantation done with the FUE technique? Before the hair transplantation, local anesthesia is applied to prevent the patient from feeling pain. In line with the previously created plan, enough hair follicles are collected in the nape area and transferred to the transplantation area. In the method applied, each hair follicle is placed on the skin one by one. The procedure time varies between 6 and 9 hours depending on the patient’s personal history. Since the FUE technique does not require stitches, it does not cause scars on the scalp.

 

What Are Hair Transplant Methods?

There are different treatment options as classical strip method (FUT) and non-surgical transplantation (FUE) method. The FUE technique is frequently preferred in recent years due to its painless nature. In the FUT technique, the patient may feel pain after the operation because the donor area is taken together with the skin. In addition, the patient returns to his daily life longer. The fast completion of the FUE technique and its application without incision make it preferred by both patients and physicians. The method, also known as Soft-FUE, brings fast and effective results.

 

Basic Information About Hair Transplantation

Hair transplantation can be applied to anyone who has an active hair loss and a certain opening in the scalp. Hair transplantation can be done for women as well as for men. However, the success rate of hair transplantation may decrease in patients with dermatological conditions such as eczema or psoriasis compared to other patients. Even if there is an increase in hair loss due to seasonal changes, you can benefit from hair transplantation in all seasons of the year. The procedure can take 6 to 9 hours depending on the patient’s condition.. Since the hair transplanted after the procedure will appear shorter than the others, the patient can use a hat or scarf if he is uncomfortable. If you are going to choose a hat or scarf, you should wait for about 7 days after the operation.

 

One month after the application, hair loss occurs in the area where hair transplantation is performed. However, since this is a natural part of the process, the patient does not need to be anxious. New hair grows over time instead of shed hair. After about 6 months, the transplanted hair starts gaining a natural appearance.

 

What Awaits the Patient in the Process After Hair Transplantation?

After the hair transplantation process is completed, the area from where the hair grafts were collected is kept dressed for one day after the procedure. Hair can be washed using a suitable shampoo 1-3  days after application. Transplantation should be done by professionals in sterile environments. Otherwise, hair loss due to infection after hair transplantation is inevitable. In order to ensure successful hair transplantation results, the center to be treated must be selected correctly. With a correctly applied technique, the patient can continue his daily life immediately after hair transplantation. Hair transplant prices may vary depending on the amount of hair to be transplanted and the condition of the patient. In order to have a successful hair transplantation process and to get more detailed information about the application, you can contact Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Specialist Dr. Mahmut Sunay.