Introduction:
In today’s time, hair loss has become a common thing. There is a solution for all this, hair transplant. With its help, you can get your hair back again. If you are thinking of getting this treatment, it is very important to understand what the expectations should be before and after it. In this blog, we will read about the hair transplantation methods, the expectations before and after it.
Types of Hair Transplant Methods:
There are two main hair transplant methods-
1. FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation)
Follicular unit transplantation is also called the strip method. In this, a strip is removed from the back of the head and then each follicular strip is removed separately using a stereo microscope.
How it works:
- A bandage is removed from the back of the head
- Then that bandage is brailed down in different graphs
- Then the graph is fitted by applying shots to the scalp that area is closed with the help of stitches
2. FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction)
Follicular unit extraction is a hair restoration technique in which hair follicles are taken from the back and sides of the head from both safe and unsafe donor areas and for this a punching machine is used.
How it works:
- In this, a few hair donors (part of scalp where healthy follicles are taken) mm like 1-2 mm hair are trimmed.
- A micropunch is used to extract follicles from the hair and local anesthetic is applied and then the transplant is done where the patient needs a transplant
What to Expect Before Hair Transplant
It is very important to prepare yourself before getting a hair transplant, for this keep these things in mind.
- Consult with a specialized doctor: First of all, you need to consult with a specialized, experienced, and qualified surgeon which would tell you all details of treatment.
- Instructions before surgery: Your doctor will tell you to take care of certain things before treatment, such as staying away from alcohol and smoking, maintaining your diet for a few days, avoiding bad food, protecting your scalp from sunlight, eating light food etc.
What to Expect During Hair Transplant
- Anesthesia: Local anesthesia numbs the scalp to ensure a painless procedure.
- Graft extraction: In FUT, a strip is removed from the scalp and the grafts are dissected in it and in FUE, the follicles are removed one by one with the help of tools.
- Implantations of follicles: Then, hair follicles are carefully inserted into the treated area.
- Completing the Treatment: And in the end, the treatment area is cleaned and covered with a bandage to prevent any germs or infections.
What to Expect After Hair Transplant
- Feeling of mild swelling and bruising: After the treatment, Swelling and redness may occur after treatment. This is normal and resolves in a few days.
- Avoid scratching and rubbing your scalp as this can harm your scalp.
- After the treatment, take the medicines prescribed by the doctor and keep getting proper check-ups done so that you know whether recovery has taken place or not.
- Recovery Phase: Transplanted hair may shed initially. New hair growth starts within 6-9 months, with full results visible in 1-2 years.
Still, it is important to take proper care of the instructions given by your doctor, take care of sleeping positions etc.
Conclusion:
A hair transplant can restore confidence and enhance appearance. Having reasonable expectations can be helped by being familiar with the full process, from consultation to recovery. You can get long-lasting, natural-looking results by selecting a qualified hair transplant specialist and following post-operative care guidelines. If you are considering hair transplant, please visit at Aestheticure. Our best expertise and experienced surgeons will provide you with the best treatment and proper care.
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