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Undergoing a hair transplant implies having a series of characteristics to be a good candidate. Making sure that you fit into the profile for this type of hair restoration method will set you up for a successful treatment, clearing the scenario for both you and the doctor when it comes to:
Taking these into consideration is key to having a good and realistic hair growth journey, which is why your initial consultation with our hair specialists is very important, as this is where they’ll be able to evaluate your case and guide you through the best options accordingly.
The donor area is the region at the back of your head from which the hair is extracted to be later implanted in the areas affected by hair loss. After applying local anesthesia, the surgeon takes the follicular units one by one (a follicular unit can contain between 1-7 hairs).
As this is the place from where you’ll donate your hair to cover the troubled areas, it is very important to evaluate if it is in optimal conditions to achieve full density, natural-looking results:
It is very important to mention that If you have any skin condition on your scalp – like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis or eczema – a hair transplant can’t be performed until said condition is treated.
The vast majority of patients who undergo a hair transplant are satisfied with the aesthetic and emotional benefits they gain after the procedure, however, it’s important to understand that there are limits to what hair transplantation can do. When considering this surgery, you must take these into account:
The hair transplant procedure is usually performed in a 8.5 hr timespan, involving the following steps:
The phases of growth after a hair transplant may vary from patient to patient, but in general terms, this is what you can expect:
The skin on your scalp needs time to heal and the implanted hair needs it too to settle and start its own growth cycle.
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Hair transplants are usually done in patients aging from 30 – 50 years old. For those younger than 30, we suggest taking hair growth medication or non-surgical treatments to stabilize their hair loss before undergoing a hair transplant, as usually at that stage of life, there’s uncertainty about how this condition will progress as they keep growing (from 18 – 29 your hairline is still forming).
On the other hand, after 50, patients may have chronic medical conditions that would need to be taken into account before a hair transplant, such as diabetes, heart problems, and high blood pressure (among others), which could put the surgery at a higher risk.
Patients suffering from slight to mild hair loss are usually good candidates for a hair transplant – which can cover areas like the hairline, temples, and crown. Patients who have severe hair loss may not be candidates, as often, in these cases, the troubled areas extend to the back of the head (let’s remember that this region must be in optimal conditions for the procedure to be successful).
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Hair transplantation is not a cure for male pattern baldness. The transplants will cover bald areas of the scalp, but they will not protect you from further hair loss. Male pattern baldness is a progressive condition that can develop faster in some individuals than in others.
Do you think you comply with these 5 factors? If you are not sure, don’t worry! Our hair specialists at Hairfix Mexico can evaluate your case in-office or via video call to see if a hair transplant is the right option to suit your needs. The initial consultation plays a fundamental role in the outcome of your hair transplant procedure. Contact us today for more information!
