Description
Hair transplant is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of hair follicles from one part of the body (usually the back or sides of the head) and transplanting them to an area of the scalp where hair is thinning or balding. The goal of a hair transplant is to restore hair growth in areas where it has been lost or has become thin.
There are two main types of hair transplant procedures: follicular unit transplantation (FUT) and follicular unit extraction (FUE).
FUT involves removing a strip of skin from the donor area, which is then dissected into individual hair follicles that are transplanted into the recipient area. This method leaves a linear scar on the donor area, which can be covered by the surrounding hair.
FUE involves removing individual hair follicles from the donor area using a punch tool, which are then transplanted into the recipient area. This method leaves small, round scars on the donor area, which are less noticeable than the scar from FUT.
Both FUT and FUE techniques require local anesthesia and can take several hours to complete, depending on the number of follicles being transplanted. The recovery period for a hair transplant can take several weeks, during which time the patient may experience swelling, redness, and scabbing on the scalp.
It’s important to note that not all patients are good candidates for hair transplant surgery. The success of the procedure depends on factors such as the patient’s age, level of hair loss, and overall health. Patients with extensive hair loss may require multiple sessions of hair transplant surgery to achieve the desired results.
Hair transplant surgery can be an effective way to restore hair growth in areas where it has been lost or has become thin. However, it is important to discuss the risks and benefits of the procedure with a qualified hair transplant surgeon before deciding to undergo the surgery.