What is Hair Transplant Operation?

Hair transplant operation is a surgical procedure performed for the purpose of transplanting hair follicles to the scalp of people who have hair loss problems. This procedure may be an option for men and women with hair loss problems.

Hair transplant operation is usually performed with two different methods:

FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction): In this method, individual hair follicles are taken and transplanted to the partially bald areas of the scalp. In this process, hair follicles are usually taken from the nape area and transplanted to the area where hair loss is more intense.

FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation): In this method, a strip of skin is removed from the nape area and the hair follicles are separated from this strip of skin. The separated hair follicles are then transplanted to areas experiencing baldness.

Hair transplant operation is performed under local anesthesia and usually takes a few hours. After the procedure, side effects such as crusting, redness and swelling may occur in the scalp area for a few days. For this reason, it is important to follow the doctor’s recommendations during the healing process and to take care of the scalp in the post-procedure period. Hair transplant operation, when done correctly, gives permanent results and helps the person to improve the aesthetic appearance of the scalp.

What are the Different Hair Transplant Techniques?

Hair transplantation is usually performed with two different techniques: FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation). In addition to these, there are different variations and methods of hair transplantation. Some different hair transplant techniques are:

DHI (Direct Hair Implantation): In this technique, a tool resembling a special pen is used and hair follicles are transplanted directly to the scalp with this tool. In this method, hair follicles are not taken first, but placed directly on the scalp.

Sapphire FUE: In this method, the FUE technique is used, but sapphire blades, a special tool, are used to remove hair follicles. Since these blades are sharper and thinner than other tools, they do less damage.

Robotic Hair Transplantation: In this technique, robotic devices are used to collect and transplant hair follicles. The robot follows a predetermined program to pick up and transplant hair follicles.

Long Hair FUE: In this technique, hair transplantation is performed using long hair on the scalp. In this method, the length of the hair is preserved and the hair follicles are less damaged.

Percutaneous FUE: In this method, hair follicles are taken from smaller holes and transplanted. In this method, there is less possibility of bleeding and scarring.

These different hair transplantation techniques can be preferred according to the needs of the patients, the degree of hair loss and other factors on the scalp.

Do Hair Transplant Procedures Work?

Hair transplant operation, when done correctly, usually give very good results and offer permanent solutions on the scalp of people who have hair loss problems. However, since every patient and every situation is different, it is difficult to give a definite answer as to whether hair transplant procedures will work. In order for hair transplant procedures to work, several factors must come together.

It is important that the person who has the procedure has enough donor hair on the scalp, that is, sufficient number and quality of hair follicles can be taken from the donor area of the area where the hair follicles will be transplanted. In addition, the correct selection and application of the techniques used during the hair transplantation process also affect the results.

In the period after hair transplantation, the person who has the procedure takes care of his scalp and follows the doctor’s recommendations, which also affects the quality of the results. After the procedure, side effects such as temporary crusting, redness, swelling and itching may occur in the areas where the hair follicles are taken and transplanted. However, these effects pass over time and the person’s scalp returns to its normal state.

What is the Success Rate in Hair Transplant Operation?

The success rate of hair transplantation varies depending on the techniques used, the degree of hair loss of the patient, the amount of donor hair, the experience of the surgical team and the patient’s health status. However, when applied correctly, the success rate of hair transplantation procedures is quite high.

 

 

How Long Does Hair Transplantation Take?

The Hair transplant operation can be completed in varying times depending on the technique used, the number of hair grafts to be taken, and the needs of the patient. However, usually the hair transplant process can be completed in a period ranging from a few hours to a few days.

Hair transplantation with the FUE technique takes between 4-10 hours, depending on the number of hair grafts to be taken and the size of the area to be transplanted. The procedure may take shorter or longer depending on the experience of the surgical team and the characteristics of the patient’s scalp.

The FUT technique may take longer than FUE as larger hair grafts are taken. Hair transplantation with the FUT technique can take between 4-8 hours.

After the hair transplantation procedure, crusting, redness and swelling may occur on the scalp of the patient for a few days. Therefore, patients usually take a few days off after the procedure and wait a few days to return to their normal daily activities. In summary, hair transplantation can be completed in varying times depending on the technique used, the number of hair grafts and the needs of the patient.

Can Transplanted Hair Grow?

Yes, the transplanted hair can grow like normal hair after the Hair transplant operation. Hair transplant operation of transplanting hair follicles taken from the scalp to the baldness or sparse haired area. These transplanted hair follicles grow like normal hair as long as they are healthy. After hair transplantation, it may take several months for the hair follicles to adapt to the transplantation area. However, after the hair follicles adapt to the transplantation area, the hair continues to grow normally.

Hair growth rate may vary depending on the genetic structure of the person, age and characteristics of the scalp. After the Hair transplant operation, it is recommended that the patients do hair care regularly so that the new hair can grow in a healthy way. In addition, it is also important to regularly clean the crusts on the scalp, following the recommendations of your doctor after the surgical procedure, and to avoid heavy physical activities for the first few weeks after the procedure.

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