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7 Things to Know Before Going for Hair Transplant

It’s funny yet true how our confidence and self-esteem also depend on how our hair looks.

Studies have shown that hair loss affects 85% of males and 40% of females. Baldness is not the only thing people experience as a result of hair loss, a person’s self-esteem is also affected. Have you seen any man with little hairs on the top of his head or temple region? Yes, it is ubiquitous. This condition is known as male pattern baldness in which hair becomes thinner and breakable. 

As a result, it lowers the quality of life of an individual concerning self-perception. It is not everyone’s cup of tea to jump out of their embarrassment and embrace their baldness. It is vital to nurture and nourish our hair to keep them healthy, but we tend to ignore them until we lose them. Hair loss can occur due to many reasons like hormonal imbalance, autoimmune disorders, mechanical follicle damage, or due to chemotherapy. 

With recent advancements, it is now possible to restore your hair surgically. A hair transplant is one of the most effective, reliable, and safe ways to regain a youthful appearance and self-esteem.

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What is a Hair Transplant?

A hair transplant is a procedure in which a surgeon or a dermatologist removes hair follicles or a flap of the skin from a dense area of hair. The hair follicle or skin patch is extracted from a site called the donor area. It can be either back of the head or the side of the head.  Sometimes for more effective treatment, the skin of your chest, back, or chin if the hair on the head is not thick enough. 

These follicles are inserted into the bald part, which may lead to scarring initially. It is done under local anesthesia and usually takes 4-5 hours. 

Hair transplants have a low risk of failure. Now, remember Hair transplant just restores the hair and does not prevent hair loss.

But before getting the transplant, you must know every aspect.

What are Seven Things to know Before Going for a Hair Transplant?

  1. The transplanted hair is permanent: The hair that is transplanted stays for a lifetime and does not thin out or shed off. At times patients may require a second session. It will grow for a lifetime like the hair growing in the donor area. The regrowth may vary from person to person. However, if a person undergoes aggressive treatment or some post-procedural complication may lead to the loss of transplanted hair but not if a person stays healthy.

  2. The natural and the transplanted hair are treated similarly: Once hair is transplanted, treat it like normal hair. It does not require any special care. Wash and treat it like normal hair.

  3. Is the procedure painful?  Since it is a surgical procedure, it will cause the patient discomfort. However, the technique used and steps taken are such to ensure patient comfort.

  4. Aftercare: Once the treatment completes, you must follow the instructions as guided by the surgeon. You should not use chemical products for a month or two after the treatment. The head must be washed daily and kept moist.

  5. No medication is required to retain the transplanted hair: The transplant is permanent, and no prescription is required. Antibiotics and anti-inflammatories prescribed by the surgeon are for a short period as a part of post-procedural care.

  6. Are there any complications? No treatment is risk-free. Even though risks and complications are less in hair transplant, it still exists. You must be aware of them, like bleeding and swelling in the scalp, infection due to hair follicles, itching or loss of sensation in specific areas of the scalp, etc.

  7. Will my hair grow immediately after surgery? A hair transplant is a surgical procedure and not a magical wand. The hair follicle begins to grow in 2-3 months. Within 10-12 months, results are visible.

What is the Cost of a Hair Transplant?

The cost of a hair transplant will vary from country to country. Below is the price list for a few countries: 

Country

  Starting Range (USD)  

India

1500-1800 USD

  Malaysia  

2000 USD

Turkey

1800-2200 USD


Conclusion

A hair transplant is an effective way to restore your appearance and hair at any age if you are medically fit. It also depends on the doctor and the facilities provided by the hospital or clinic you get your transplant done. Good hair is not by accident but by appointment. So what are you waiting for?

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