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How Long Does Hair Replacement Surgery Last
You can expect a hair transplant to take between four and eight hours. If you are having a large amount of hair transplanted, you may need to return for a few hours the next day.
Most patients remain awake during the entire surgery and need only an anesthetic that makes the scalp numb. Some patients also take a mild sedative to help them relax.
The surgery begins with your dermatologist removing the healthy hairs. To give you natural-looking results, your dermatologist may remove the healthy hairs by either cutting a strip of skin with healthy hairs from your scalp or removing individual hairs.
The second option takes a lot more time but avoids leaving a long, narrow scar on your scalp. This technique can be beneficial if you prefer close-shaven haircuts like buzz cuts.
Before the surgeon can transplant the hairs, technicians need to prep the removed hairs, and the surgeon must get your scalp ready for the transplant.
Depending on the number of hairs to be transplanted, two to three members of the hair transplant team may help place the healthy hairs into the area that needs hair. After transplanting all the hairs, the team will bandage your scalp and provide you with instructions for at-home care.
Who is a suitable candidate for a hair transplant?
Hair transplants are a safe procedure that involves grafting healthy hair from the scalp to a thinning area. The procedure can be performed on both men and women of all races, and the recovery time is around 10 days. The scalp may be tender after surgery, and patients may need pain medications, bandages, antibiotics, or anti-inflammatory drugs. Most people can return to work 2 to 5 days after the operation.
After 2 to 3 weeks, the transplanted hair will fall out, but new growth should start within a few months. Most people will see 60% of new hair growth after 6 to 9 months. Hair-growing drug minoxidil (Rogaine) may be prescribed to improve hair growth after transplantation, but its effectiveness is not clear.
To be considered for a hair transplant, patients need enough healthy hair on their scalp and the ability to grow hair on the thinning area. A consultation with a dermatologist can determine if both conditions are present. A blood test or scalp biopsy may also be necessary to determine the cause of hair loss. In order for definitive results to emerge, 10 months or 1 year must pass.
A hair transplant is generally a safe procedure, but as with any type of operation, there’s always a small risk of:
- bleeding
- infection
- an allergic reaction to the anaesthetic
Your surgeon should be able to treat these problems quickly.
There’s also a small risk the transplant will not take place, the hair will fall out, or a noticeable scar may form.
Your surgeon should explain how likely these problems are and how they would be treated.
Your hair might continue to thin around the transplant. Your surgeon should plan the design of the transplant to make sure the hair looks natural as time passes.
Understanding the factors that influence the price
| Key Factors Influencing Hair Repair Surgery Costs | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Type of Hair Repair Surgery |
Each procedure has its own unique cost structure, with hair transplants typically being more expensive. |
| 2. Extent of Hair Loss | The more extensive the hair loss, the more grafts or follicles are required, increasing the overall cost. |
| 3. Geographic Location | Costs can vary based on location, with major cities and high cost of living areas generally having higher prices. |
| 4. Reputation and Expertise of the Surgeon | Highly skilled and experienced surgeons may charge higher fees due to their successful track record. |
| 5. Additional Services and Facilities | Some clinics may offer:
These extras can enhance the overall experience but may increase costs. |
| 6. Clinic or Facility Fees | Fees vary by clinic; high-end facilities may charge more than smaller clinics. Consider reputation and amenities. |
Conclusion
Hair replacement surgery lasts as long as you want it to last. The number one reason that most people opt for this procedure is because they’ve lost their hair through illness or cancer treatment, which means that they’re not interested in keeping their new hair forever—they just want it to last for a few years until their natural hair grows back again.