Hair implant treatment, also known as hair transplantation or hair restoration surgery, is a surgical procedure performed to address hair loss and restore natural hair growth in areas of thinning or baldness on the scalp. It involves harvesting healthy hair follicles from a donor area, typically the back or sides of the scalp, and transplanting them into the recipient (balding) areas. Hair implant treatment offers a permanent solution for hair loss and can significantly improve the patient's appearance and self-confidence. Here are key aspects of hair implant treatment:

• Initial Consultation:

  • Evaluation: The initial step in hair implant treatment involves a consultation with a qualified hair transplant surgeon. During this evaluation, the surgeon assesses the patient's hair loss pattern, scalp condition, hair density, and donor hair availability.

  • Patient Expectations: The surgeon discusses the patient's expectations, goals, and concerns regarding hair restoration. Realistic expectations are important, as hair implantation can only redistribute existing hair follicles and cannot create new hair growth where follicles are absent.

• Harvesting Donor Hair:

  • Donor Site Selection: Healthy hair follicles are harvested from the donor area, which is typically located on the back or sides of the scalp. These areas are resistant to the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is responsible for causing hair loss in genetically susceptible individuals.

  • Extraction Method: The surgeon may utilize either follicular unit transplantation (FUT) or follicular unit extraction (FUE) techniques to harvest donor hair follicles. FUT involves removing a strip of scalp tissue containing hair follicles, while FUE involves individually extracting follicular units using a micro-punch tool.

• Recipient Site Preparation:

  • Balding Area Design: The surgeon designs the recipient area, taking into account the patient's natural hairline, hair density, and desired aesthetic outcome. The design aims to create a natural-looking hairline and achieve optimal coverage and density.

  • Incision Creation: Tiny incisions are made in the recipient area using a surgical blade or needle, where the harvested hair follicles will be implanted. The angle, depth, and orientation of the incisions are crucial for ensuring proper follicle placement and natural hair growth.

• Hair Follicle Transplantation:

  • Graft Placement: The harvested hair follicles are carefully implanted into the recipient incisions one by one, using specialized instruments. The surgeon pays close attention to the distribution, density, and direction of hair growth to achieve aesthetically pleasing results.

  • Graft Survival: After transplantation, the newly implanted hair follicles enter a temporary resting phase before resuming normal growth. It is normal for the transplanted hair to shed within the first few weeks post-surgery before regrowth occurs.

• Post-treatment Care:

  • Recovery Period: Patients are advised to follow post-operative instructions provided by their surgeon, including avoiding strenuous activities, protecting the scalp from sun exposure, and refraining from smoking or alcohol consumption.

  • Hair Growth Monitoring: Over the following months, patients gradually experience new hair growth in the transplanted areas. It may take several months to a year for the full results of the hair transplant to become apparent.

  • Long-term Maintenance: While the transplanted hair is permanent, patients may continue to experience natural hair loss over time due to genetic factors. To maintain optimal results, some patients may choose to undergo additional hair transplant sessions or use medical therapies to preserve existing hair and prevent further loss.