HAIR TRANSPLANT

Yes, the hair transplanted are permanent and like normal hair they can be trimmed or colored.

There are two different techniques: Follicular unit transplantation (FUT) and Follicular unit extraction (FUE)

FUT or Strip Method is a technique in which a strip of skin from back of your scalp is removed which is regarded as safe zone. The hair grafts taken are then processed under high magnification. The area is then closed with stitches. Scar is well hidden under hair and hair growth is even ensured through the stitch line as a special technique called Trichophytic closure is done.

FUE or Punch method uses a motor that punches out hair graft from the back of the scalp and then processed into follicles.

It is important to understand that both techniques have their pros and cons and a procedure is always customized according to an individual.

The important thing is to get it done from a certified plastic surgeon as the key factors along with technique are how to make the hairline, how to angulate hair and how to take out maximum follicles from a graft effectively. It is important that you discuss all these things while planning for a hair transplant which looks natural.

Hair transplant is done under local anaesthesia and patient goes home after 30 minutes of getting it done.

After hair transplant a bandage and hair cap is put and you can go home. Medications are prescribed.

• For initial few days there might be swelling in scalp and around eye area which resolves in one week.
• Avoid bending and keep head elevated by using two-three pillows underneath while asleep.
• It is advisable to do light work for a week and resume heavy work after that. E
• xercise can be resumed after two weeks.
• Hair wash is to be done on second day and gently with foam wash and no scraping is to be done.
• Scabs can be washed under shower and not to be pulled.

Transplanted hair falls off after one month of procedure. The hair begins to re-grow after a period of one or two months but the results of the procedure are appreciable after about 8-10 months. This hair would be permanent.