Hair transplantation is a surgical procedure aimed at restoring hair to areas of the scalp or body experiencing hair loss. It involves moving hair follicles from a “donor site” (usually the back or sides of the head) to a “recipient site” where hair is thinning or absent.
Types of Hair Transplantation
- Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT): A strip of scalp is removed from the donor area, and individual hair follicles are extracted and transplanted.
- Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE): Hair follicles are individually removed from the donor area and transplanted, leaving minimal scarring.
Procedure Overview
- The surgeon cleans and numbs the scalp.
- Hair follicles are harvested and prepared for transplantation.
- Tiny incisions are made in the recipient area, and the follicles are implanted.
Recovery and Results
- Recovery involves mild swelling and discomfort, with most people resuming normal activities within a week.
- Transplanted hair typically falls out within a few weeks but regrows permanently over the following months.
Hair transplantation can also be used to restore eyebrows, beards, or even scars. If you’d like to explore costs, risks, or preparation tips, let me know!