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What Is Hair Transplantation?

Hair transplantation is a procedure performed to restore hair that has been lost or thinned due to various reasons. With the advancement of technology and techniques used in the procedure, its popularity has increased worldwide. . Each person experiences a certain amount of hair loss daily. Daily hair loss of 80-100 strands is considered normal , but this amount may increase during certain periods. If the amount of hair loss a person experiences continues to increase over time, thinning of the hair begins, and eventually, noticeable bald patches may appear.

Why Do Our Hairs Fall Out?

Millions of people worldwide experience hair loss , which can occur for various reasons. Hair loss can occur suddenly or gradually. Hair loss can occur suddenly or gradually. Genetic factors, illness, medications, sudden weight changes, and pregnancy are some of the conditions that can lead to hair loss.

Hair loss is most commonly caused by genetic factors. Although it is mostly seen in men, it can also occur in women. In genetic hair loss, the hair follicles weaken, leading to hair loss. The hairline recedes backward, and/or bald spots may appear in the crown area. After the weakened hair follicles fall out, no hair grows back in the shed area.

Some diseases such as thyroid disorders and anemia can cause hair loss. Treating these diseases usually stops hair loss and can lead to hair regrowth. Hair loss may occur during cancer treatments like chemotherapy, but this condition is usually temporary.

Hormonal changes such as those during pregnancy and menopause, as well as stress, can lead to hair loss. Hair loss due to hormonal changes is usually temporary, but in cases related to stress, hair loss may be permanent. Poor nutrition and the use of certain medications can also cause temporary or permanent hair loss.

Who Can Get a Hair Transplant?

Any man or woman who has completed their development, is in good general health, and has experienced hair loss for various reasons, with sufficient donor area, can undergo hair transplantation. Hair transplantation may not be recommended for patients with heart, diabetes, or hypertension in some cases.

Planning Process for Hair Transplantation

Planning for hair transplantation is crucial for the success of the procedure. Good planning ensures that the transplanted hair looks natural. When planning for hair transplantation, factors such as the cause of hair loss, hair follicle structure, condition of the donor area, condition of the area experiencing hair loss, and the extent of hair loss are taken into account. The frequency of hair transplantation to different areas and the number of sessions required are determined during the planning process.

Hair Transplantation with the FUE Method

During hair transplantation, hair follicles are harvested from an area called the donor area and transplanted to the balding area. The FUE method is the most commonly used hair transplantation technique today. It allows for the extraction of more and healthier hair follicles from the donor area compared to the FUT technique.

Before the procedure, the patient's hair is trimmed appropriately for hair transplantation, and a natural hairline is determined. Both the donor and recipient areas are anesthetized locally. When harvesting the follicles, healthy hair follicles are individually extracted using a micromotor.

Each harvested hair follicle contains between 1 to 4 hair strands. The harvested follicles are kept in a special solution to prevent damage. Canals are then opened one by one in the recipient area, which has been anesthetized locally , and the hair follicles are placed into these canals. Once the follicles are placed, the procedure is completed.

Precautions Before the Operation

To ensure a successful and comfortable hair transplantation process, certain precautions should be taken before the procedure. All medications used should be reported to the clinic where the hair transplantation will be performed. The clinic will conduct a health check and blood test. Alcohol consumption should be stopped one week before the procedure. If blood thinners are used, they should be discontinued two weeks before the procedure. On the day of the procedure, clothing that can be opened from the front, such as a shirt, must be worn. The body should be rested with at least 8 hours of sleep before the operation, and a good breakfast should be eaten 2 hours before the procedure.

Postoperative Care

During the first week after beard and mustache transplantation, the transplanted area should be protected from impacts and sunlight. If medication is prescribed, it should be taken regularly, and blood thinners should be avoided. From the 7th to the 10th day after the procedure, the hair can be washed by gently rubbing with fingertips. After the first month, the hair can be washed normally. Heavy sports activities should be avoided for the first month, and prolonged exposure to the sun should be avoided. Sauna visits should be avoided for the first 3 months. 2. The donor area can be shaved with a machine from the 2nd to the 4th week , but the transplanted area should only be trimmed with scissors for the first 6 months. Following the instructions provided by the hair transplantation clinic ensures a comfortable recovery process.