Alopecia in men, according to trichologists, is constantly "younger": abnormal hair loss is increasingly common at the age of 18-25 years. If the hair falls out in an amount exceeding 100 pcs. per day, this pathological condition is called alopecia. There are different types of alopecia – androgenetic, diffuse, nested, cicatricial and total – each of them has its own characteristics, but all types of alopecia are united by the aesthetic side of the problem. Psychological discomfort and self-doubt – the most common reasons for hair transplantation in men.
Why is male hair transplant most effective for alopecia?
The first task of the doctor is to determine the cause of hair loss, after which the specialist selects the appropriate course of treatment. Hair transplantation in men – the most effective way to restore hairline.
Hair loss can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- genetic predisposition;
- hormonal disorders;
- stress;
- past infections;
- malnutrition;
- injury.
Hair Transplant – the most effective method of hair restoration in men.
It is important to understand that products that, according to advertising promises, relieve the problem of hair loss and restore their growth, are not effective. Only drugs that are prescribed by a trichologist in terms of the complex therapy of alopecia are capable of reducing hair loss and improving their structure. However, the use of such drugs is accompanied by various side effects, among which are an increase in blood pressure, a decrease in potency and gynecomastia. In addition, the visible effect after such drugs, unlike transplantation, is observed only after their long-term use.
What are the methods of hair transplantation for men?
The choice of hair transplant method for men depends on various factors, which include:
- size of bald area;
- number of follicles needed for transplantation;
- special features of the donor zone.
So, the main methods of hair transplantation are FUT and FUE. The FUT method consists in obtaining a skin flap with hair follicles, the FUE method involves a single extraction of follicles with their subsequent implantation in the recipient area. If the operation is carried out according to the first method, its duration is about 5 hours, according to the second – a little more.
The cost of a transplant depends on the volume of the operation and the chosen method and is determined individually for each patient.
Patchwork transplant method is more appropriate for extensive alopecia – in this case, it is possible to transplant about 2000 grafts in 1 procedure. If baldness is observed in small areas, the follicular isolation technique has several advantages:
- absence of pain;
- no recovery period;
- no scars and scars;
- faster hair healing.
What to expect after a hair transplant for men?
To prevent infection, the doctor applies a special dressing to the recipient area after the intervention, which can be removed a few days after the procedure.
If the hair transplantation was performed using a patchwork technique, the sutures are removed after two weeks.
Growth of the transplanted hair begins almost immediately after the FUE operation. If the FUT technique was used for transplantation, the hair takes root only a few months after the operation.
The result of hair transplantation in men will be noticeable after 3-4 months, and the final result can be assessed after 8 months – year after the procedure. The transplanted hair will grow throughout life, and its density will gradually increase.
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