What is Hair Transplant Scar Removal ?
Hair specialists used the Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) method for years. Although this method offers a long-lasting solution, it has left its popularity to the FUE method because of the scar it left. Even if this scar was covered with long hair, it started to cause discomfort and patients began to choose the FUE method, which does not leave any scar.
FUT hair transplantation is the transfer of a healthy skin strip from the donor area to the required areas. As a result, it is inevitable that strip-shaped scars will form in the donor area. It is possible to close these scars using the FUE method because the FUE method is a method without scarring. Hair Transplant Scar Removal Turkey Hair Transplant Scar Removal Turkey.
Before the hair scar removal operation in Turkey, the patient needs to do scalp stretching exercises. After a suitable scalp laxity, the operation can be performed successfully.
According to the preliminary examination of our hair transplant specialists, the patient will be informed about when to start these scalp stretching exercises.
We do hair scar removal using the FUE method. The grafts collected from the donor regions are transferred to the injured area by FUE method. The strength and elongation rate of the grafts transplanted to the scar area may be lower than healthy skin.
How to use The FUE Method to Remove Scar
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is the operation of collecting individual grafts (hair follicles) from the designated donor region and transplanting them to the required areas.
The hair follicles are implanted into the recipient area without any scars using a special tool called punch, which has a circular shape.
The FUE method is widely used in the treatment of scars on the head caused by FUT or other reasons because the FUE method offers a permanent solution in a short time and without scarring.
However, it should be noted that the blood flow in these scarred areas is poor. Therefore, care must be taken after planting very carefully. If the follicles cannot be fed due to poor blood flow, the desired result is not achieved. Our hair transplant specialist conducts tests on blood flow during the consultation and warns you of possible risks.
If your surgeon suggests that FUE may not work for your particular case, there are other methods available for hair transplant scar removal Turkey and our consultants may discuss this with you in further detail. This will be in order to ensure your previous transplant remains at the best quality, and you find the technique to suit you.
What is Hair Transplant?
It has always been an important fact to have healthy hair for a better look and self-confidence as it impacts it and social life.
Several factors affect hair growth and strength and induce hair loss at an early age, as an example, one in three people may have a predicted baldness at some stage, according to recent research, 25 percent of men start experiencing hair loss at age 20.
The Hair Transplantation takes place in the operating room. Hair Transplant operation is a microsurgical procedure and must be operated in the hospital environment. Istanbul is the place for people who want to have hair transplant operation safely.
Stages of Hair Transplantation By FUE Technique
- Genetic factors,
- scalp problems such as ringworm, other chronic disorders,
- thyroid problems, complications of hair loss medications,
- metabolic problems, inadequate hair care,
- iron-deficiency anaemia,
- mental and neural illnesses such as anxiety-unbalanced eating,
- poor in nutrients,
- menopause,
- pregnancy and post-natal hormonal disorders for girls,
You may have one of the problems mentioned above causing hair loss for women as men. While some of these temporary, some might be permanent. Considering hair transplant operation, consulting a hair specialist for professional help is crucial. The hair that develops in the natural hair cycle over some time is reduced by discoloration. And this is how the natural hair cycle continues. Your hair will be lost all day long and will be replaced. It’s normal to lose 100 hair strands every day, but in some places, there are more than 100 spills and holes are a sign of a problem.
There are many ways in which hair loss can be avoided. However, if applied effectively, the most efficient and satisfying solution among them is hair transplantation.
Before the procedure, the doctor will determine the number of follicles needed to achieve a decent result and the natural look, some tests and also included. Specific questions to find out if your case is appropriate for hair transplant surgery and to identify the donor area. The donor area is the main supply for grafts. This area is typically the backside of the hair for men, especially in cases where beard hair can also be added to achieve the maximum number of grafts.
Things to be considered before the operation:
- Wash your hair before the surgery
- Avoid cigarettes and alcohol one week before surgery
- Wear a simple outfit like a shirt on the day of the service
- If you are under medication, you must warn the doctor
- Do not apply lotion, hair spray or conditioner to hair before hair transplantation.
- Do not have a big breakfast or lunch just before the surgery.
Hair transplantation is performed under local anaesthesia to prevent pain, the hair of the donor region is trimmed, and the grafts are removed one by one, but not at regular intervals to stop exposure or dilution in the donor area. On completion of the extraction, the safe grafts are removed and placed in 100 rows in a particular area. The number of transplant grafts needed varies based on the region length and visibility, the thickness and hair form of the recipient. Once all these operations have been done, a front cut line will be established to verify the face shape and natural appearance of the patient, then the channels will be opened, and the grafts will be transplanted. Depending on the number of transplants to be performed, the period of procedure varies, while the standard is 6-8 hours.
- Consultation
- Preparation
- Extraction
- Recipient Site Creation
- Transplantation
- Postoperative Processes
- Postoperative Care & Hair Wash
Post-Surgery Instructions
After the operation, there is a long process to pursuit and the final result will be shown after 12 months of the intervention. In order to get the aimed one, patients should be careful and cautious to the following recommendations to prevent any complications:
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers about Hair Transplant
The cost depends on the type of hair and the procedures to be used; hence, the price can be calculated only after the examination of the doctor.
Hair transplantation is no longer a painful process because of the way it is performed today. Nonetheless, the doctor decides what a patient should use in the event of any discomfort because otherwise, it is not felt as it is applied under anaesthesia during the procedure.
The hair is washed during the first two days after transplantation, and bandages are made on the donor area. There is no discomfort, swelling or bleeding after the procedure, but in the transplant area, there will be crapping around the grafts. You will return to your healthy life after a few days of rest determined by your doctor.
You don’t have to stay at the hospital after hair transplant operation
We can take from other body parts, such as the hair if more grafts are required.
The head is often shaved in preparation for the FUE procedure. It’s possible to shave your head immediately after the procedure, but it’s probably best to wait for three weeks. The appearance of the shaved donor region can depend on a procedure’s total number of FUE grafts. FUE removes intact follicular from the donor region. This will result in less follicular units. When 25% of the follicular units are withdrawn from the donor area, this will leave gaps in the donor area where follicular units have been removed in an attempt to transfer them to the top. However, the number 1 guard will hide these gaps. You can clip to number one at any time after the FUE procedure.
Indeed, our institution issues a guarantee certificate after hair transplantation.
Sure, patients will return immediately after the procedure to their daily lives.
Yes, hair transplantation can be performed in women as well as in men. After some tests, it can be performed using precise techniques, because the surgery is performed differently and depending on the type and shape of the hair.
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