Like youth or good health, we often take our hair for granted-until it starts to thin or lose its natural look. For many people, a hair transplant can restore what appears to be a full – or at least thicker – head of hair.
Hair transplantation is a type of surgery that transfers hair follicles from areas of the head where there is dense hair to areas where hair is sparse or has disappeared. Doctors have been performing these transplants in the US since the 1950s, but the techniques have evolved significantly in recent years.
Hair Transplant
6 – 8 hours
Restoration of hair growth in areas with thinning or hair loss
Head, beard, eyelashes
Hair thinning, baldness, need for restoration after injuries or surgeries
Extraction of hair follicles from the donor area using a special tool and transferring them to the recipient area with the creation of small holes in the skin for implantation
Local anesthesia
Full recovery in about 7-14 days
Full growth and natural appearance of the transplanted hair in about 6 to 12 months
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The FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) hair transplantation technique is a leading and advanced method in hair transplantation surgery. This method is characterized by the direct extraction of individual hair follicles from the donor area, which is usually located at the back of the skull, where the hair is not affected by hormonal alopecia.
Initially, the expert surgeon uses a specialized, microscopic instrument to isolate and extract individual hair follicles. Each hair follicle is precisely removed to preserve its vitality and regenerative capacity.
The hair follicles are placed in a special solution and kept at ideal temperatures to ensure that they remain healthy until the time of implantation.
In the last phase, the surgeon makes small incisions in the areas where there is hair loss or baldness. The hair follicles are carefully placed to ensure a natural appearance and even distribution of hair.
The FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) technique is internationally recognized for its excellent properties in the field of hair regrowth and offers significant advantages to hair transplant candidates.
The FUE technique is now the preferred choice for many people seeking solutions to hair loss, offering an effective and natural appearance with minimal invasiveness and discomfort.
The Strip Hair Transplantation Technique (FUT) represents one of the most effective methods of treating hair loss, combining experience, technological precision and aesthetic sensitivity. In this procedure, hair follicles are extracted from the back of the head-an area of stable hair-and transplanted into areas of thinning.
With the FUT technique, the patient benefits from a reduction in pain and discomfort during and after the procedure. The donor area heals quickly without leaving visible scars, thanks to the precise technique and the use of modern instruments that ensure accurate placement of the hair follicles. This combination of craftsmanship and technology allows the natural rhythm of hair growth to be restored and offers long-term results that preserve the natural appearance of the hair.
Hair transplantation is an effective solution for people who have the common type of hair loss known as androgenetic alopecia. In men, this condition is often characterized by receding hairline and thinning at the top, leading to full baldness in advanced stages. Women mainly show thinning of the hair at the top of the head, with no change in the hairline. A necessary factor for successful transplantation is the availability of sufficient healthy hair that can be used for transplantation in the bald or thinning areas, making the procedure ideal for individuals with sufficient donor hair.
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For the success of a hair transplant, the selection of the donor site is crucial. The donor area is usually the area located at the back and side of the head, as in this area the hairs are more resistant to hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia. This selection is made after a detailed evaluation of the area by the specialist, who examines the density of the hair, the quality and elasticity of the skin and the general health of the hair follicles.
This evaluation helps determine if the area is suitable to provide healthy follicles that will guarantee the success of the transplant. This ensures that the transplanted hairs will successfully integrate and grow in the recipient area, providing a natural and satisfactory result.
Absolutely, hair transplantation is not limited to men only. Many women also benefit from this procedure, especially those who experience hair thinning in specific areas of the head. The technique and approach can be tailored to meet the aesthetic and therapeutic needs of women, achieving excellent results.
New hair transplanted retains the properties of the area from which it came. This means that they are not affected by genetic predisposition to hair loss like other hair and are resistant to hair loss. After successful integration and growth, transplanted hair can be cut, shampooed and colored like natural hair, giving it a natural look and feel.
Of course, the results after a hair transplant procedure are intended to be permanent. Hair follicles transplanted from areas of the head where hair is genetically more resistant to hair loss, such as the back and side of the head, usually retain this resistance even in their new location. This means that this hair will not fall out due to genetic forms of alopecia, such as androgenetic alopecia.
It should be noted, however, that natural residual hair that has not undergone transplantation may continue to thin or fall out depending on genetic predisposition and other factors. Thus, further transplantation may be needed in the future to maintain hair density or to address new areas of thinning.
Many factors can lead to the failure of a hair transplant, and these range from patient selection to technical issues in the procedure. In detail, the main factors that can lead to failure include:
Dr. Ioannis Dalianoudis is an experienced plastic surgeon, a graduate of the University of Ioannina with a professional career that includes work in several countries, including France, Denmark and Ireland. Specializing in plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, he trained in Germany in facial cosmetic surgery. He has performed a variety of procedures including eye surgery, facelift, rhinoplasty, bariatric surgery recovery and body contouring. In addition, he is a member of the "European Board of Plastic Surgery (EBOPRAS)" and is dedicated to patient satisfaction, making him a trusted choice for plastic surgery seekers. His dedication to patient satisfaction, his expertise and his vast experience in the Greek and international arena make him a reliable choice for those looking for plastic surgery.
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