Importance of Hair Transplant Now a days

(prHWY.com) July 13, 2012 - Ludhiana, India -- Hair transplant technicians are seldom recognized for the hard work they do every day in helping patients restore their hair. Frankly, a quality hair restoration physician is only as good as his/her technicians.

What causes hair loss?

The most common cause of hair loss is heredity.
We inherit the gene for hair loss from either or both parents. In men, the hormone dihydrotestosterone causes a gradual miniaturization and eventual loss of hair follicles that are genetically susceptible. The mechanism of female pattern hair loss is not clearly known.The age of onset, extent, and rate of hair loss vary from person to person.

Do hair transplants really work?

Yes. The transferred tissue is not "rejected" as it is not foreign tissue. The transplanted hair maintains its own characteristics; color, texture, growth rate, and curl, after transplantation and regrowth.Over years, instruments and techniques have been developed that allow hair transplant surgeons to achieve truly natural results by transplanting large numbers of small grafts very close together. Hair grows from the scalp in groups of one, two, or three (and rarely, four) hair follicles, called "follicular units." We transfer these follicular grafts and place them closer together resulting in a denser and more natural result. A significant amount of artistry is also needed in order to recreate the natural patterns.

What can be expected after hair restoration surgery?

Small scabs will form on the scalp at the graft sites. Generally speaking, these scabs disappear in 4-10 days. Shampooing can be resumed 48 hours after surgery. . It is advisable to take at least one day off work after surgery . A larger size cap can be worn at anytime after surgery. Patients should avoid strenuous physical activity for at least 6 week after surgery. Typically the grafted hair will shed in 2-4 weeks. New growth will begin in 3-4 months and length will increase approximately 1/2 inch per month.

Most people are surprised at how little pain there is during a hair transplant procedure today. Some discomfort is to be expected as the anesthetic is injected into the scalp. Once the skin is anesthetized, there is no pain. Most patients listen to music or nap during their procedure.

The number of the sessions will depend on the 1) area of scalp treated 2) the number and size of grafts used 3) the density which the patient desires and 4) the individual characteristics of the patient, e.g. coarse hair will provide a more dense look than fine hair. The estimate of the number of sessions can be discussed during the consultation with your surgeon.

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