Hair Transplant Techniques
In the past, Hair transplant techniques relied on surgical intervention. but now, thanks to the latest methods, you can achieve natural results without the need for any surgical intervention or post-transplant scars. Learn about this method with us in this article.
The Evolution of Hair Transplantation:
Now, obtaining natural results is possible due to the advancement of hair transplant techniques. Most surgeons nowadays perform the transplantation of natural hair in just one session. Furthermore, modern techniques ensure that the transplanted hair appears natural, without the doll-like appearance that patients had in the past. Thanks to these developments, the results can be so natural that even a hairstylist can't tell if you've done anything new.
Results Largely Depend on Your Chosen Surgeon:
While these advancements provide patients with natural results, the outcome still largely depends on the surgeon they choose. You should select Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy, a specialist in plastic surgery and hair transplantation, as he is one of the best doctors who consistently performs hair transplant surgeries using the latest international techniques.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Hair Transplantation?
Both men and women can be good candidates for hair transplantation. To be a suitable candidate for hair transplantation, you need to meet two essential criteria:
• Sufficient healthy hair on your scalp that can be transplanted to the area where you need hair.
• The ability for hair to grow in the thinning or balding area of your scalp.
The Latest Hair Transplantation Techniques:
We can say that the latest hair transplant technique is currently the method of extraction is the Follicular Unit Technique (FUE). This technique relies on redistributing hair follicles from areas that are not affected by thinning or baldness to areas that need treatment for baldness or densification.
This technique differs by the following:
• It is performed under local anesthesia only.
• It does not require surgical intervention; hence, it leaves no scars.
• The recovery period after obtaining this technique does not exceed a few days.
• Its success rate has exceeded 99%.
• Its results are extremely natural.
Hair Transplantation Process:
The hair transplant procedure takes between 4 and 8 hours. If you need to transplant a large amount of hair, you may need a lengthy session. Most patients remain awake throughout the surgery and only require local anesthesia. Some patients also take a mild painkiller to help them relax during the procedure. The transplantation process begins with extracting hair follicles from the back of the head and placing them in sterilized containers until the transplantation appointment.
When it's time for transplantation, the doctor uses the channels and open them in the areas affected for hair loss and baldness, and transplant these follicles into the channels, each follicle separately. This makes the transplantation process take longer time compared to other techniques.
The Latest Hair Transplantation Techniques and Recovery Period:
Before leaving the hospital, the doctor will provide you with a treatment kit containing everything you need during the recovery period. He will give you some advice and instructions to follow for a quicker recovery with minimal side effects. Some of these instructions include:
• Avoiding any strenuous physical activity.
• Completely avoiding smoking and alcohol.
• Avoiding direct sunlight exposure for extended periods.
In addition, He will explain how to change the medical dressings, care for the wound during the recovery period, sleep positions, and how wash your hair to avoid causing any damage to the transplanted follicles.
This content has been reviewed by Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy, a consultant in cosmetic surgery, body contouring, and natural hair transplantation.
