Beard Hair Transplantation
April 2020
in “
Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America
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TLDR Beard hair transplantation is generally satisfying, requires 250-800 grafts, uses FUE to avoid scars, needs careful planning, has some risks, and hair regrowth starts after 4-6 months.
In May 2020, Dr. Anthony Bared discussed the nuances of beard hair transplantation, a procedure with a high satisfaction rate that caters to individuals looking to increase the density or create a full beard. The number of grafts required ranges from 250 to 800, depending on the patient's goals and donor hair characteristics. Follicular unit extraction (FUE) is the preferred technique to avoid scarring, and careful preoperative planning is crucial for natural-looking results. Complications can include unnatural hair angles and bump formation, especially in patients with thick, dark hair. Postoperative care involves keeping the area dry for 5 days, applying antibiotic ointment, and washing from the sixth day, with shaving permitted after 10 days. Pinkness post-procedure is common but temporary, and hair regrowth starts at around 4 to 6 months, with the possibility of a secondary procedure after 1 year for increased density.
