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Glossary Hair Transplant

surgical procedure moving hair follicles to balding areas

A hair transplant, also known as hair transplantation surgery or surgical hair restoration, is a medical procedure where hair follicles are moved from a part of the body with dense hair growth (usually the back or sides of the scalp) to a bald or thinning area. This procedure is commonly used to treat male pattern baldness and involves techniques such as Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) or Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) to ensure natural-looking results.

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Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.

How long does it take for the donor area to heal after a hair transplant? The donor area typically heals within 5 to 14 days after a hair transplant.
Will there be visible scarring after a hair transplant? Hair transplants can leave scars, but FUE typically results in minimal, nearly invisible ones.
Does hair grow back in the donor area after a hair transplant? Hair does not grow back in the donor area after extraction during a hair transplant.
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learn Verteporfin

chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions

learn Hair Multiplication

extract, clone, and reinsert your own hair cells

learn Rapamycin

mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth

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research Polarized Light-Emitting Diode Magnification for Optimal Recipient Site Creation during Hair Transplant

5 citations , September 2005 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This study reports that using LED polarized magnification in hair transplant recipient sites can reduce eye strain and improve ease of site creation, but offers no graft placement advantage over traditional methods.

research Polarized Light-Emitting Diode Magnification for Optimal Recipient Site Creation during Hair Transplant

1 citations , March 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This study found that using polarized magnification during hair transplant procedures may ease recipient site creation and reduce transection of existing hair follicles, potentially maximizing hair density.

research Optimal Hair Transplant Recipient Site Slit Design: Minimizing Vascular Damage

5 citations , October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery”

This paper suggests that using semiconical blades and coronal slits in hair transplantation may reduce vascular damage compared to other techniques, potentially offering optimal slit creation.

Ergonomics in Hair Transplant Offices: Use of PEMA Handles (1cc and 3cc Hypodermic Syringes) for Blades and Needles for Making Sites in Hair Restoration

research Ergonomics in Hair Transplant Offices: Use of PEMA Handles (1cc and 3cc Hypodermic Syringes) for Blades and Needles for Making Sites in Hair Restoration

July 2003 in “Hair transplant forum international”

PEMA handles on syringes improve comfort and efficiency in hair transplant procedures.

research Trichoscopy for the Hair Transplant Surgeon—Assessing for Mimickers of Androgenetic Alopecia and Preoperative Evaluation of Donor Site Area

October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery”

This article reviews the use of trichoscopy for differentiating mimickers of patterned hair loss and assessing donor sites in hair transplant patients, without providing new clinical findings.

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community Looking for advice in a unique situation: Currently wearing a hair system, but continuing to experience thinning on the sides. Had one transplant to correct temple peak areas, but need to know where to go from here.

8 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is experiencing hair thinning on the sides while wearing a hair system and has had a transplant to correct temple peaks. They are using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and rosemary oil serum, and are considering a corrective transplant to add density and achieve a natural look.

community Why do Hair Transplant procedures take a rectangle from the donated area?

in Transplants 6 upvotes 1 month ago

Hair transplants typically involve spreading follicle extraction across the back and sides of the head to maintain an even appearance, rather than taking a solid rectangle of grafts. FUT procedures, which involve taking a strip of skin, are less common now due to advancements in techniques like FUE, which heal well and are less invasive.

community Hair Transplant result - 1st of 2 transplants.

in Transplants 253 upvotes 5 months ago

The user had a hair transplant in Toronto to restore their hairline and crown, using 2400 grafts in the first procedure and is happy with the results. They are using Minoxidil and finasteride, and note that their hair is thinner on the back and sides due to graft removal.

community 3750 Graft Hair Transplant Day 2

in Transplants 149 upvotes 1 year ago

A user underwent a 3750 graft hair transplant in Turkey, initially promised 4500 grafts, and is satisfied with the results despite some concerns about donor site size and crown coverage. The user has been on medications like finasteride and minoxidil for about four months and may consider a second transplant in the future.

community 5 Month Hair Transplant Update (3153 grafts at HLC Turkey)

76 upvotes 2 months ago

A 36-year-old shared a 5-month update on their hair transplant of 3153 grafts, expressing satisfaction with the progress while using finasteride and minoxidil for over 13 years. The user noted uneven growth between the right and left sides and sought advice on whether this is typical at this stage.

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