Hair restoration surgery is the best option for patients suffering from hair loss. It can improve hairline appearance, restore hair density to thinning areas, and even boost self-confidence. A consultation with a surgeon will help you decide if the procedure is right for you. During the procedure, your surgeon will extract a small strip of hair from your back, divide it into small “micro-grafts,” and then transplant each graft. The transplanted hairs will grow like normal hair. The donor site will heal as a small, straight scar.
What are disadvantages of hair transplant?
A hair restoration surgeon will perform the procedure with local anesthetic or IV sedation. The procedure is not painful, and you will be able to return home a few hours after the procedure. After the procedure, you can wash your hair with normal shampoo. There may be some minor swelling, but it will go away quickly.
The surgery typically takes about five to eight hours. Depending on the number of grafts you have to transplant, more than one session may be necessary. New hair will begin to grow within 90 to 100 days. The hair will start to take a natural appearance after six months. Once the transplant has healed, you can comb or wear a loose-fitting hat. After a few months, the grafted hairs will begin to fall out, but they will grow back again within a month or two.
Surgical hair restoration requires an experienced surgeon. You should be aware of the risks associated with the procedure, as well as the possible risks. The procedure should be performed only by a highly qualified surgeon with the experience needed to perform it safely. Hair restoration is a highly specialized field, and not all doctors are qualified to perform it.
