Hair Transplant

Hair transplant is a surgical procedure that involves the extraction of hair follicles from one part of the body, typically the back or sides of the scalp (the donor area), and their transplantation to areas with thinning or no hair, usually the top or front of the scalp (the recipient area). The goal of a hair transplant is to restore hair growth in areas affected by hair loss, improving the overall appearance and increasing hair density.

Key points about hair transplant:

 

1. Types of Hair Transplant:

   - Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT): In FUT, a strip of skin containing hair follicles is surgically removed from the donor area, and the individual hair follicles are then dissected under a microscope and transplanted to the recipient area.

   - Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE): In FUE, individual hair follicles are directly extracted from the donor area one by one using a specialized instrument, and they are then transplanted to the recipient area.

   - Robotic Hair Transplant: Some clinics use robotic technology to assist in the FUE procedure, allowing for more precise and efficient extraction of hair follicles.

 

2. Candidate Suitability: Hair transplant is suitable for individuals with male or female pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) or hair loss due to injury, trauma, burns, or scarring. Suitable candidates should have sufficient hair in the donor area for transplantation and realistic expectations about the results.

 

3. Anesthesia: Hair transplant is typically performed under local anesthesia, which numbs the scalp, making the procedure relatively painless. Some clinics may also offer sedation to help the patient remain relaxed during the procedure.

 

4. Recovery: After the hair transplant, there may be some mild swelling, redness, and scabbing in both the donor and recipient areas. The transplanted hair will initially fall out within a few weeks, but new hair growth will gradually start after a few months. Full results are usually visible around 9-12 months after the procedure.

 

5. Results: The success of a hair transplant depends on various factors, including the surgeon's skill, the quality of the donor hair, and the patient's healing ability. When performed correctly, a hair transplant can provide natural-looking and long-lasting results.

 

6. Post-Operative Care: Following the procedure, patients need to follow the post-operative care instructions provided by the surgeon. These may include keeping the scalp clean, avoiding strenuous activities, and refraining from hair styling products for a certain period.

 

Hair transplant is a personalized procedure, and it's crucial to have it performed by a qualified and experienced hair transplant surgeon. During the consultation, the surgeon will evaluate the patient's hair loss pattern, discuss their goals and expectations, and recommend the most suitable hair transplant technique to achieve the desired results.

Want to know more about  Hair Transplant   In Thailand,   Please consult     Professor Somyos Kunachak,he was trained in Ramathibodi Hospital Mahidol University School of Medicine as well as from several academic bodies in Europe and America. He has been practicing plastic surgery in Thailand for more than 25 years and is running a private practice alongside his career as a fulltime Educator for more than 20years.

During this period, Prof. Kunachak amassed training experiences not just in the field of Plastic Surgery, but also in Anti-Aging Medicine, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Chinese Acupuncture, Laser Medicine and Surgery, Minimal Invasive Surgery and while doing so, authored and published more than 30 scientific and medical researches.

 

Prof. Kunachak has just recently retired from the academe but his natural affinity to be an educator extends to accepting a consultancy position in his university for the Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

 

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