Your hair is a crown you never take off, so it is very important to invest in it.
No outfit is complete without great hair.
Most of us take the quality and health of our hair for granted, but what should one do when one faces the panic of hair thinning, baldness and other hair loss issues?
Hair loss issues like hair thinning and baldness are very embarrassing but unfortunately very common problems. They replace confidence with stress, and often people who suffer from baldness and excessive hair loss live in a social cocoon.
Fortunately, hair loss treatments like hair transplants can help bring back the original appearance of their hair and make them feel more confident about their looks.
Some common causes of hair loss are:
Genetics
Hormonal imbalance
Diet
Illnesses and conditions like thyroid disease, alopecia, etc.
Severe infections or high fevers
Birth control pills and other certain medications
Childbirth
Cancer treatments
Male pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia in men) usually begins with a receding hairline and thinning at the crown, and progresses over a lifetime.
Female pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia in women) usually consists of thinning of hair across the top of the scalp with preservation of the frontal hairline. In fact, after menopause, many women find that the hair on their head is thinner, while the hair on their face is coarser.
Generally, localized hair loss occurs due to scars and infections in that specific area. Each strand of hair sits in a tiny cavity in the skin known as a “follicle”. Over time, the hair follicle shrinks, leading to baldness and hair loss. Eventually, the follicle stops growing new hair. However, the follicles remain alive, suggesting that it is still possible to grow new hair.
Androgenic Alopecia:
Male pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia in men) usually begins with a receding hairline and thinning at the crown, and progresses over a lifetime. Female pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia in women) usually consists of thinning of hair across the top of the scalp with preservation of the frontal hairline. In fact, after menopause, many women find that the hair on their head is thinner, while the hair on their face is coarser.
Localized Hair Loss:
Generally, localized hair loss occurs due to scars and infections in that specific area. Each strand of hair sits in a tiny cavity in the skin known as a “follicle.” Over time, the hair follicle shrinks, leading to baldness and hair loss. Eventually, the follicle stops growing new hair. However, the follicles remain alive, suggesting that it is still possible to grow new hair.
Hair transplant surgery is a hair restoration procedure in which a trained plastic surgeon removes hair follicles from one part of the scalp and places them over balding areas to encourage hair growth in those areas. There are two main types of hair transplant techniques:
FUT (Follicular Unit Transplant): FUT is a type of hair transplant where the surgeon takes a strip of hair follicles from the donor area and places it on the target area.
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction): FUE is a type of hair transplant where the surgeon takes individual hair follicles from the skin and places them on the target area. It is more popular than FUT hair transplant.
When the patient came to Arra Aesthetics, Pune, he had severe baldness and hair thinning all over the head. The patient had a full head of healthy, natural-looking hair after the hair transplant procedure. There is no sign of baldness or hair thinning.
The patient had a receding hairline and bald spots at the top of the head when he came to Arra Aesthetics, Pune. After hair transplant surgery, the patient had thick, full hair restored to a natural-looking hairline as well as coverage of all bald spots.
The patient came to Arra Aesthetics, Pune, with a significantly receded hairline. A few months after the hair transplant, the patient had a full, natural-looking hairline with no signs of hair thinning.
When the patient came to Arra Aesthetics, Pune, he had a deeply receding hairline, leading to a bald spot on the top of the head. After the hair transplant surgery, the patient had a full, thick head of hair. The natural-looking hairline was restored and the bald spot was completely covered up.
Before: The patient had significant thinning of hair from the hairline to the crown of the head.
After: After a successful hair transplant, the patient had a full head of healthy, natural-looking hair restored to its original volume. There was no sign of thinning or baldness.
The patient came to Arra Aesthetics, Pune, with a receding hairline, and thinning hair from the temples to the top of the head. The patient had a full, healthy head of hair with a natural-looking hairline after the hair transplant. There was no sign of thinning or baldness.
If you’re interested in hair transplant surgery, Dr. Vasant Gholave, Director of Arra Aesthetics, Pune, has set forth some basic criteria for an ideal candidate for hair transplant:
Generally healthy person
Hair loss has stabilized
During the consultation, Dr. Vasant Gholave, founder of Arra Aesthetics, Pune, will first discuss your medical and surgical history with you. He will then carefully examine your scalp and try and determine the extent of the hair loss.
Dr. Vasant Gholave will then discuss your options with you. He will explain both FUE and FUT procedures to you in detail and help you make an informed decision. He will encourage you to ask any questions or concerns you may have about the procedure. Dr. Vasant Gholave will ensure that you have a realistic outlook on the results of hair transplant surgery.
Since hair transplant surgery is considered to be cosmetic surgery, it is not covered by insurance. The cost of hair transplant surgery in India depends on the following factors:
The number of hair follicles needed
The type of hair transplant procedure
The level of baldness
Other factors such as the experience, expertise, consultation fees, fees for the team of doctors, geographical location of the clinic, and accreditation of facilities may also be considered when determining the final cost of hair transplant treatment.
At Arra Aesthetics, one of Pune's top plastic surgery and hair transplant clinic, the cost of a hair transplant surgery ranges from Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 2,00,000 + 18% GST on average. EMI facilities are also available at Arra Aesthetics Clinic for those who wish to undergo hair transplant treatment.
During the consultation, Dr. Vasant Gholave will tell you the total hair transplant costs for your unique case and the contributing factors.
First, local anesthesia will be administered to ensure that the patient does not feel any discomfort during the procedure.
Then, Dr. Vasant Gholave, hair transplant specialist and founder of Arra Aesthetics, Pune, will harvest a strip of skin with hair follicles from the donor area.
He will gently and meticulously dissect the hair follicles in the strip.
These hair follicles will then be transplanted into slits made into the target area.
During FUE or follicular unit extraction hair transplant surgery, local anesthesia will be administered for the comfort of the patient.
Then, special follicle extraction devices will be used to remove individual hair follicles from the donor area.
Similar to FUT, these hair follicles will be carefully transplanted into the target area.
Great precautions will be taken to ensure that the angle of transplantation is as close to the ideal angle for optimal growth as possible. The whole process of hair transplantation can involve up to 1500 or 5000 hair follicles being moved and planted on the scalp.
The patient will be discharged on the same day as the hair transplant procedure. The doctor will prescribe a course of painkillers and antibiotics that should be followed for the prescribed period for the patient's comfort.
The patient may experience some swelling around the forehead and over the eyes. The swelling may sometimes extend even below the eyes too. This will go away within three to five days. The patient may shampoo their hair after five to seven days.
The transplanted hairs usually fall out two to three weeks after the surgery. This is called "shock loss" and is very common after a hair transplant. The transplanted hair will regrow in the next two to three months.
The hair growing after transplanted hair falls off is completely natural and has the same texture and color as the patient's natural hair. The patient will be able to see the full results of the hair transplant within 6 months.
Like all surgical procedures, hair transplant surgery carries certain risks like bleeding, inflammation, infection, scarring, and patchy hair growth. However, these risks are minimal and can be minimized by selecting an experienced and accomplished hair transplant surgeon and ensuring you follow the instructions provided to you before, during, and after your surgery.
Dr. Vasant Gholave, Director of Arra Aesthetics, Pune, will make sure you have a safe procedure with minimal risks. However, if you are still unsure about undergoing hair transplant surgery, Arra Aesthetics offers various other hair loss treatments.
How successful is a hair transplant?
Hair transplants have been proven to be highly successful in the vast majority of cases. The success rate depends on various factors such as the skill of the surgeon, the quality of the donor hair folllicles, and how well you care for your grafts post-hair transplant surgery. Generally speaking, a hair transplant will result in a natural-looking and permanent solution to hair loss.
Are there any risks associated with a hair transplant?
While all surgeries carry potential risks, a hair transplant is generally considered to be safe and most patients experience no major complications. Some possible risks include infection, bleeding, and scarring.
How long does a hair transplant last?
Hair transplants are designed to provide permanent solutions to hair loss. The results of your procedure should last a lifetime, provided you take steps to maintain your hair health and minimize further hair loss.
Hair Transplant Surgery Is A Permanent Solution To The Problem Of Hair Loss
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