All about hair transplant surgery

Hair transplant surgery is a surgical procedure and the only way to permanently treat and restore hair loss. Previous hair transplant techniques have developed into modern methods which are effective and provide the patients a nice appearance as well as safe and lasting result.

This page about hair transplantation provides you with a full picture of what you can expect from a hair transplant and what your possibilities and limitations are.

The content in this section has been reviewed by Dr. Mats Ingers, an internal medicine specialist with vast experience of hair transplantations and treating hair loss.

The information is meant to provide those contemplating a hair transplant a solid ground to base their decision on. However, it should only be seen as a complement and not replace a medical consultation.

On this page you will find all you need to know about hair transplants:

• If you are a suitable candidate for a hair transplantation and what results you can expect
• Information about the hair transplant methods and the surgical procedure
• The after cycle following hair transplant surgey and the risks involved
• Information about hair transplant cost as well as before and after pictures
• Discussion forum about hair transplants as well as clinic directory and the possibility to ask an expert

How hair transplant surgery works

In general a hair transplant implies a surgical procedure whereby one moves hair from the neck and temples – where the hair follicles are genetically programmed to produce hair for the rest of one’s life – and ”plants” this hair on the bald patches higher up the head. There the transplanted hair follicles grow into place and produce natural hair for the rest of one’s life.

Are you are suitable candidate for a hair transplant?

Most men suffering from congenital hair loss with baldness and deep points above the temples can expect good results with a hair transplant. Also women that suffer from symptoms similar to male hair loss can be treated. Some people can however expect better results than others.

The factor that primarily influences the result of a hair transplantation is the amount of hair that can be transplanted in proportion to the amount of hair that is needed to achieve the desired result.

How much hair that can be transplanted depends on how much DHT-resistant hair (side and neck) the patient has available and how thick it is. Also how much hair that is needed and how large an area is to be covered as well as the desires the patient has regarding thickness.

As you can see it is your desires and prerequisites that affect the results expected from a hair transplantation. By taking your time to read through this series of articles you will receive a good understanding about hair transplantation as a method of treatment for hair loss and what is means for you. Enjoy!

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