Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Hair Transplantation

Hair loss is a common dermatological concern for both men and women. It is a natural phenomenon that is found mostly in men who are genetically programmed to lose their hair and less commonly in women prominently because of hormonal imbalances.

Hair transplantation has proven to be the best natural permanent hair restoration method to provide a head full of healthy hair in people suffering from balding or thinning of hair on their scalp. This treatment has now become a perfect solution because of the use of modern techniques and a better understanding of scalp and hair structure.

If you are considering Hair Transplant in Bangalore, then you must be aware of it in detail. To help you make the right decision, here are some of the frequently asked questions that patients often ask their concerned hair experts are answered by the best dermatologist in Bangalore at Charma Clinic.

1. Who are Suitable Candidates to undergo Hair Transplantation?

In today’s time, hair transplantation is best for men who suffer from hair loss in their late 20s, 30s, and 40s i.e. when they have established a fixed pattern of hair loss or significant baldness. But it is not only specific to men, women too can have a hair transplant. Any individual with realistic expectations who possess a sufficient amount of healthy hair follicles in their donor sites regardless of the reason behind their hair loss can have successful hair transplantation. Hair transplantation not only takes care of the balding of the scalp but also the loss of other hairy body areas like mustache, beard, and eyebrows. People who have hair loss due to scalp injury, scarring, or cosmetic surgeries can also be good candidates for hair transplantation. This hair restoration method is ideal for people who had failed in achieving the desired results from previous hair restoration procedures. One can also consult the hair transplant surgeon in Bangalore at Charma Clinic to know if one is an ideal candidate for this procedure.

2. What happens during hair transplant surgery?

Hair transplantation is performed by taking healthy hair follicles from donor areas like the back or sides of the head and sometimes the patient’s beard or chest to be transplanted to the recipient sites. The procedure is carried out under local anesthesia or IV sedation which is given in both donor and recipient areas. There are two methods by which hair transplant can be done:

• Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)- In this approach, hair follicles are taken one by one and transplanted into the deficient areas having punched holes. This method does not leave any visible scar.
• Follicular Unit Strip Surgery or Transplantation (FUSS/FUT)- This method involves the harvesting of a skin band containing hair from the nuchal area which is later microscopically dissected in various sizes based on the scalp conditions and specific needs and then grafted into the bald or thinning areas. It may result in slight scarring at the donor site.

One can also know about these hair transplant benefits and cost in Bangalore by consulting the hair doctor at Charma Clinic.

3. How much time does it take to heal from hair transplantation?

After one week of the surgery, there is enough regrowth of the hair to cover the places from where the hair has been taken for transplant. Scabs or some crusting is formed over the grafts along with some itching which usually takes 7-10 to fall out. It may take several weeks to a few months for numbness felt at the donor and recipient sites to disappear.

4. What happens after the hair transplantation?

After 24 to 48 hours of the surgery, most people can return to their work. On the very next morning of the surgery, hair can be gently washed. For 5-7 days, it's advised to limit any vigorous physical activity. To reduce swelling and any discomfort, medications must be utilized by the patient. The patient must go for follow-up visits after a gap of every 4-6 months to monitor the progress of the surgery and assess the results.

5. What one can expect post hair transplantation?

The amount of coverage of new hair received by the patient after a hair transplant depends upon the number and type of procedures, the extent of hair loss, and the density of the donor's hair. Usually, most of the transplanted hair sheds within a month, and approximately after 90-100 days, new hair growth begins and continues at a normal rate. After about 6 months, the transplanted hair continues to grow lifelong and provide a natural appearance.

To get the benefits of hair transplantation treatment schedule an appointment with the best hair loss specialist in Bangalore at Charma Clinic, one of the top hair transplant clinics in India.