Hair Transplant
What is a hair transplant?
Hair transplantation is based on the concept of donor dominance - grafts are taken from an area destined to be permanently hair-bearing and then transplanted into a bald area or future bald area.
It will grow in its new site (after an initial short period of temporary loss or effluvium), for as long as it would have in its original site. One must plan a hair transplant session, or sessions, based on an accurate assessment of ultimate hair loss pattern and donor rim supply.
How do hair transplants work?
The donor hair is taken from the back and sides of the scalp. The widest strip that can safely be excised is removed. Only a single, fine scar is produced as the strip is removed and the donor site is sutured. The donor site is camouflaged immediately after surgery by the patient's own hair. If subsequent sessions are done, then the same scar is excised as part of the new donor harvest. This means only one fine donor scar no matter how many sessions are carried out.
The strip is then taken and under microscopes cut down into individual hair follicles, which are subsequently transplanted into the required area e.g. hair line or crown.
How many treatments will I need?
The amount of treatments required depends on the number of grafts you require per session and on the results you hope to see.
Will it hurt?
We use a local anaesthetic to keep pain to a minimum. However, after the procedure, you may suffer some mild swelling and discomfort. You will be provided with painkillers to take home.
When will I see the results?
Initially the transplanted hair will fall out. Your hair will begin to grow in approximately 3 months. Because we look at your natural hairline before transplanting follicles, you'll get a natural-looking result. Results vary from patient to patient as they depend on your hair types and the quality and quantity of follicles.