The hair transplant procedure involves the surgical removal and transplantation of hair follicles from one part of the scalp (the donor area) to another (the recipient area). There are two primary techniques commonly used for hair transplantation: Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). Here’s an overview of the hair transplant procedure:

Planning:

• The surgeon develops a customized plan, considering factors such as the number of grafts needed, the density of donor hair, and the desired outcome.

Anesthesia:

• On the day of the procedure, local anesthesia is administered to both the donor and recipient areas to ensure the patient’s comfort.

Donor Area Harvesting:

• FUT Technique:

  • A strip of scalp containing hair follicles is surgically removed from the donor area (typically the back or sides of the scalp).
  • The incision is closed with sutures, leaving a linear scar that can be concealed by surrounding hair.

• FUE Technique:

  • Individual hair follicles are extracted directly from the donor area using a small punch tool.
  • This technique leaves tiny, dot-like scars that are less noticeable and don’t create a linear scar.

Graft Preparation:

• The harvested follicles are carefully dissected and prepared for transplantation.

Recipient Area Transplantation:

• Tiny incisions are made in the recipient area where hair is to be transplanted.
• Individual grafts are meticulously placed into these incisions, adhering to the natural hair growth pattern.

Postoperative Care:

• Patients are given postoperative care instructions, including information on medications, activities to avoid, and the proper care of the treated areas.

Recovery:

• Recovery times vary, but most patients can resume normal activities within a few days to a week.
• Initial shedding of transplanted hair is normal, and new hair growth typically begins within a few months.

Follow-Up:

• Follow-up appointments with the surgeon are scheduled to monitor progress and address any concerns.