Most people experience hair loss in their lifetime and are treated with a variety of home remedies, pills, solutions, shampoos and medications. In the meantime, it may temporarily get a satisfactory result. You should first get acquainted with hair loss and then choose the best treatment, but it is good to know that the hair transplantation is the only way to permanently treat hair loss and its growth line for men and women who suffer from baldness, severe hair loss and even thinning.
In this article, we will define hair transplantation, its types of methods, the best hair transplantation method, and etc. Join us to find out your answers and concerns about hair transplants.
What is natural hair transplantation and how is it done?
Natural hair transplantation is a cosmetic activity that involves the transfer of hair follicles from one point on the head or body to the front and middle parts of the head in humans. The area from which the follicles are removed is called the “hair bank” and the hairless areas where the follicles are located are called the “recipient” area.
Hair transplants can take four to eight hours a day, and in some cases two days, depending on the number of hairs implanted. Most clients are conscious during surgery and only anesthesia is applied to their scalp. Surgery begins with the removal of healthy hair by a dermatologist. To normalize hair transplantation, a dermatologist can work in two ways; in the first method, the surgeon cuts a strip of scalp with healthy hair, and in the second method, the hair is removed on each hair separately. The time of the second method is longer; instead, it prevents tapeworms from forming on the scalp.
Before the transplant, the technicians remove the hair and prepare the scalp surgeon for the transplant. After the hair transplant is complete, the scalp will be bandaged and you will be given home care instructions.
Who can do hair transplants?
All men and women can be good candidates for natural hair transplants; Just note two points:
There must be enough healthy hair in the hair bank to transplant the hair to the recipient.
Your hair has the ability to grow in the thinned part of the scalp.
Choosing a hair transplant method
The best way to find out if you have these characteristics is to consult a dermatologist and hair transplant specialist, which is usually free. But in general, people who are in perfect health, do not have acute medical problems, do not smoke regularly, do not have severe allergies, and do not suffer from serious skin and nerve problems, can expect good results for themselves from this operation.
Excellent results can be achieved for hair transplantation using follicular unit removal (FUE) or follicular unit transplantation (FUT). Experts say that in choosing the method, the needs, considerations and preferences of the patient should be taken into account.
The list of variables considered before hair transplant surgery based on family history includes the patient’s age, the amount of existing donor hair, and future hair loss. In addition, the cost may be an issue.
Who cannot do hair transplants?
Young people under the age of 25 are not good candidates for this procedure because their hair loss plan is not known; except in exceptional cases. People who do not have enough hair on the back or sides of the head are also not good candidates for this operation. Also, people who have inflammatory diseases of the head or have autoimmune diseases and are being treated with medication should not have this procedure because hair transplants may cause the disease to recur.
Is natural hair transplant better or artificial?
Artificial hair transplants produced by companies inside the scalp are called artificial hair transplants. If you want to resort to artificial hair transplants to treat your hair loss, you need to know, this type of hair transplant does not provide permanent treatment for hair loss and baldness, and on the other hand, inserting anything other than your own hair into the scalp causes infection, Severe allergies, and even skin cancer.
Transfer of grafts (units of hair follicles) from one part of the body to another is called natural hair transplantation. This method is permanent and does not need to be repaired. In addition, its side effects and disadvantages are significantly reduced compared to artificial hair transplants.
What are natural hair transplant methods?
Hair transplantation methods can be classified into two general groups:
Hair transplant method without hair bank or BHT method in which body hair is used for scalp transplantation. This method is rarely used because many people’s body hair is not suitable for the head. On the other hand, removing hair from the body is very difficult.
Surgical procedure: Hair transplantation or FUT
FUT is the oldest and most common method of hair transplantation in which, after anesthesia or anesthesia, a strip is removed from the scalp (so-called hair bank) and used to wash and separate the grafts (a piece of tissue containing hair follicles for implantation) and Is taken to a special room. The isolated grafts are then transplanted into the bald area of the scalp, which is called the recipient.
“Both FUE and FUT can have good or bad results,” says Dr. Leavitt. Depending on various factors, each may be preferred at a given time in a particular patient, and due to changing circumstances, both may be used throughout a person’s life to achieve optimal results.
Non-surgical method: Follicular unit transfer technique or FUE, which is known as FIT in Iran. Methods such as SUT and Micro FIT are also based on the FIT method.
FUE: With the passage of time and the development of hair transplantation technologies, the FUE method or extraction of the follicular unit was introduced. In this modern technique, part of the hair bank is shaved and then the hair strands are cut into separate circular sections and attached to the recipient.
FIT: In this method, like FUE, the hair follicle is extracted separately from the hair bank and transplanted to the recipient.
SUT: This technique is a new method in which all hair transplantation procedures are performed using automatic devices and under the supervision of a physician.
Micro FIT: In the Micro-FIT method, the surgeon uses much finer and more sophisticated tools for hair removal and has a better appearance and fewer complications than the FIT method.
Which hairs are used for hair transplantation?
Hair transplants use hairs that can stay in place permanently. This hair is located in an area 25 to 30 cm long and approximately 7 cm wide, behind the head and the space between the two ears; it is also called hair bank. Hair on the back of the head is more resistant and less prone to hair loss due to its low sensitivity. This part of the head never gets bald in most men; because it will be resistant to the damaging effects of testosterone, which is the cause of genetic hair loss in men.
What are the hair transplant procedures at Glaris Clinic?
If you decide to have a hair transplant or are thinking about it, we recommend that you study the hair transplant procedure at the Glaris Clinic because you will get useful and interesting information that we do not think you will find anywhere else. This information will help you decide on a better hair transplant procedure.
- Free consultation for hair transplantation
The first step is to contact the clinic and make an appointment for a consultation. Of course, telephone counseling is also possible. They will answer all the questions that are on your mind during the consultation. For example, they will explain to you that you should not consume alcohol or tobacco for a few weeks before planting. You should not take supplements or aspirin. Do not eat caffeine on the day of planting. Before planting, be sure to take a shower and wear comfortable clothes and etc.
Hair transplant advice
- Examining the hair and choosing the best implant method
Your doctor will examine your hair and scalp after you decide to have the implant. The head should not have dandruff, pimples or blisters under any circumstances, otherwise it should be treated. Depending on the type of baldness, hair type and the amount of density requested, the best implant method will be selected by the doctor. Head photographs may also be needed. The doctor will do his best to guarantee the result of the hair transplant.
3- Performing the necessary tests before implantation
Medical tests before implantation, the patient must have a series of tests for blood clotting, AIDS virus, hepatitis, and in the current situation, tests for coronavirus. The results of these experiments have a great impact on the decision for hair transplantation.
4- Prescribing the necessary drugs by a doctor
No special medicine is prescribed for preoperative use unless the client has certain conditions or diseases and needs to take certain medicine before the operation.
5- Preparing the patient to go to the operating room
Clothing and all the necessary equipment for the operating room are given to the person on the day of the operation. The client must wear his own clothes. Blood pressure is checked before and after implantation. On the day of the operation, first the hair growth line is designed on the head so that the strands are planted in the right place.
It is better to have a light meal before the operation, but a snack and a meal are given to the client by the clinic.
6- Removal and examination of hair follicles
Hair Transplant Depending on the selected hair transplant method, the required number of grafts will be removed from the hair bank. The hair is then tested and the best follicles are selected for implantation. These follicles are placed in a container containing a liquid to be ready for implantation because the implantation time will be long.
If you want to know exactly what a hair follicle is, we recommend that you read the Rose Clinic article about follicles and read the health line site to complete it.
7- Hair transplant
At the end, the selected hairs are implanted in the marked box that has been anesthetized locally. Planting time is generally long and lasts between 5 to 7 hours. There is no need to worry about pain. No pain will be felt.
8- Examining the physical condition of the person during the operation
During the operation, a sugar serum is attached to the patient to prevent pressure drop. Depending on the patient’s condition, a sedative may also be given. Because some people suffer from stress and panic attacks. Blood pressure and heart rate between implants are also checked if needed.
What is the difference between hair transplants for men and women?
The donation area on the men’s head is limited to small areas on the back and sides of the head. On the other hand, most male patients keep the hair on the donation area short, so methods such as FUT tape cutting may not be a good option for them.
Women who do not have a male pattern hair loss have a larger donation area; because the hair above the head and the crown of the head are not at risk of hair loss. For women, it often does not matter if the scar is from the donor area. Women rarely cut their hair; therefore, the strip hair removal method can be used for them, thus maximizing the number of hair grafts and at the same time reducing the cost of hair transplants.
What is the best and newest method of natural hair transplantation?
The history of hair transplant surgery is characterized by continuous evolution in terms of techniques and technologies. Follicular unit (FUE) resection in the early 2000s was a revolutionary event that caused a great deal of excitement, and some expected it to completely replace the follicular unit (FUT) transplant. But according to dermatologists specializing in hair loss and hair restoration, both methods are currently used.
The best method for hair transplantation depends on individual needs as well as the doctor’s advice; but in general, the best and newest hair transplant method is SUT method; in this method, all hair transplantation steps are performed using advanced devices, and this accelerates hair removal. SUT has become the most popular method of hair transplantation among applicants in recent years, with minimal side effects and disadvantages, as well as a high success rate in recent years.
As mentioned, SUT hair transplantation is the newest method of hair transplantation due to the use of advanced and automatic devices. This method has the lowest rate of complications and disadvantages compared to other methods and has achieved a high success rate in recent years. Glaris Clinic offers this method to the clients with the most advanced devices and the most equipped facilities.
Complications of natural hair transplantation
Important questions to ask yourself before hair transplantation
- Is hair transplantation only for men?
Hair loss can affect both men and women. FUE hair transplants are more popular among men, but they are also more widely used for women with male pattern baldness.
How much does artificial hair transplant cost?
- When is the best hair transplant season?
It does not matter what season you are in for a hair transplant. Rather, depending on the technique used for the procedure and the postoperative conditions, the timing of the response may vary slightly, but this usually does not depend on the season in which the hair transplant was performed.
- What are the alternatives to hair transplants?
Hair transplants are not for everyone. Not everyone may be able to afford a hair transplant, or some may feel that they have not lost their hair enough to need a hair transplant. For such people, there are great options instead of hair transplants. Some of these alternatives are:
Proven therapies such as minoxidil and finasteride
Injectable therapies – such as Platelet Rich Plasma or PRP
- What are the causes of hair loss?
There are several reasons that lead to thinning and then hair loss; these factors include hereditary and genetic factors, skin diseases, wounds and itching, use of certain medications, aging, stress and strain, and so on.
- At what age can hair transplants be performed?
In Britain, it is estimated that two-thirds of men will experience baldness in their lifetime. Baldness or receding hairline can affect people of any age; but for men in their early twenties, this can be a concern. Baldness in men may be genetic or even due to hormonal changes. Research has shown that by the age of 35, two-thirds of men experience some degree of hair loss, an increase to 85% of men by the age of 50. Patients between the ages of 25 and 50 are usually considered to be the most suitable option for hair transplant surgery. But still it is not possible to imagine a specific age range for this operation.
Generally, at younger ages, the pattern of hair growth and loss is irregular and the result of the operation at these ages may not be satisfactory and lasting. For this reason, the Quora site does not recommend hair transplants under the age of 25.
Causes of hair loss in men
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 40 percent of women under the age of 40 experience hair loss, and about 80 percent of women experience receding hairline as part of their natural puberty.
As a result, although hair transplants can be performed on people over the age of 18, it is recommended that they be avoided before the age of 25; because the pattern of hair loss in people at this age is not yet fully understood and the operation may not be successful or may cause problems.
Is hair transplantation painful?
Concerns about the painful nature of hair transplants are quite understandable. You may have seen red spots on people’s heads that look painful when you look at pictures of hair transplants. But it is good to know that the specialist or surgeon uses local anesthetics for the scalp to minimize the patient’s discomfort and you will not feel any pain during the operation. After the operation, post-hair transplant drugs will be prescribed, some of which are to reduce the pain of hair transplantation.
What should you do before hair transplant?
Some vitamins, supplements, and pills, such as vitamin E and aspirin, thin the blood; therefore, do not use them for two weeks before hair transplantation. Your doctor may forbid you to take some herbal teas and explain the time of the last drink and food before the operation. Also, give up alcohol and smoking altogether.
Take a shower the night before the operation and wash your hair with shampoo.
What should you do after hair transplant?
Newly transplanted hair transplants are very fragile and need care to take full root and achieve excellent results. In this section, we recommend some do’s and don’ts after hair transplant surgery:
Since you may have been sedated for a hair transplant, it is best to ask someone to take you home after surgery and not drive yourself.
During the first seven days of sleep, place your head above your body above normal. It is better to sleep facing up these days.
Ask your surgeon or nurse to prescribe safe medications.
Apply ice to your eyebrows to prevent swelling, which usually occurs on the third or fourth day after surgery.
Start washing your head from the third day and while washing, gently massage your scalp and prevent direct water flow to it.
Use a cup of water to wash your scalp.
To relieve itching, gently apply conditioner to your scalp.
Avoid coloring your hair for a month after the operation.
Hair loss from two to four weeks after surgery does not mean damage to the follicles; it is part of the natural hair growth cycle. After this time your hair will start growing again.
Avoid removing scabs on your scalp. The formation of scabs is a natural process and part of the healing process.
Do not wear a hat for the first three days after surgery. Wearing a hat after a hair transplant puts a lot of pressure on the follicles and may cause them to dislodge.
For the first two weeks after surgery, do not expose your scalp to direct, prolonged sunlight.
Avoid strenuous exercise and walking after hair transplantation for a month after hair transplantation, which can increase sweating, blood pressure and heart rate.
Blood flow is very important for new hair growth; so avoid alcohol and smoking for a month after hair transplant.
At Sadaf Clinic, with the 24-hour support of post-surgery implant consultants, you will no longer have to worry about the best hair growth stages after the implant.
What are the complications of postoperative hair transplantation?
Depending on what surgical technique is used for hair transplantation, there may be certain side effects. For example, in FIT and FUT methods, in addition to bleeding during surgery, sometimes prolonging the recovery time is troublesome. In addition, infections and swelling of the face and under the eyes can be other side effects of hair transplants in these ways.
Common and unfortunate complications of FIT and FUT hair transplants include skin necrosis. If the hair transplant is performed improperly and by unprofessional people, the possibility of this complication is very high, which appears in the form of large black spots on the scalp. Pain, itching, and sometimes numbness in the area where the hair is received are also very common after surgery, which improves over time.
The complications of SUT hair transplantation are very low and the recovery period in this method is shorter than other methods.
What is the success rate of hair transplantation?
In fact, if all the factors are observed and the clients in a reputable clinic perform hair transplants with competent doctors, the percentage of satisfaction and success will increase to 95%; Of course, in the Glaris Clinic, Iran guarantees are provided to clients for each surgery.
The success rate of hair transplant surgery also depends on many factors, including the skill and experience of the surgeon, as well as the thickness of the donor hair. Based on studies and questions from 79 applicants, FUE hair transplantation has received a score of 8.3 out of 10. However, the success rate of hair transplants with different techniques may vary slightly; but in general, with new methods, many people are satisfied.
Hair repair
For a variety of reasons, patients often have more than one hair transplant in their lifetime. “Hair loss is dynamic and a person’s path continues over time based on a variety of environmental factors, genetics, their overall health and age. Age-related changes also occur, including a decrease in hair density, pigmentation and mass.” explains Dr. Levitt.
“In addition, hair restoration can be an addictive pleasure for some people. That means the more hair they have, the thicker they want.”
Because patients may use the FUE or FUT method in the first implant procedure, it is more appropriate for the patient to consider the changes and clinical features of other new methods, which can affect the potential for maximizing the number of quality transplants.
For example, if stenosis prevents access to another strip, a patient who has had a FUT hair transplant once may not be a good candidate for a second FUT.
Conversely, someone who has had their first FUE transplant may be a better candidate for the FUT procedure in the future to prevent over-removal of follicular units from the donor area.
How much does a hair transplant cost in Iran?
Usually the cost of hair transplantation is between 4.5 to 9 million tomans. In recent years, due to the convenient facilities of hair transplant clinics and the presence of doctors and professional hair transplant teams, many foreign applicants also come to our country for this operation. Due to the non-obligation of the country’s insurance companies to pay for hair transplants and their cost, one of the most important concerns of hair transplant applicants may be its financial issues. In Glaris Clinic, it is possible to pay all the costs of implant surgery, including hair, eyebrow and beard transplants in installments.
Comparing FUT and FUE, Dr. Levitt says that FUT is cheaper than FUE because FUT is faster. In addition, in this method, often more grafts of grafts can be done in one session.
What are the features of the best hair transplant clinic?
Modern equipment and suitable facilities, having an official license from the Ministry of Health, doctors and skilled specialists, re-follow-up after hair transplant surgery are some of the features of a good clinic; it is good to know that all these services are performed in Glarisb Clinic with VIP operating room and equipped.
Why Glaris Clinic can be a good choice for hair transplants?
Glaris Clinic, with an official license from the Ministry of Health, is one of the best, safest and most equipped clinics in Tehran. This clinic meets all the standards of the Ministry of Health and is licensed to perform hair transplant surgeries. The costs are very affordable and in many cases it is even possible to installment and pay terms.
Despite 15 years of expertise in the field of implantation, this operation is performed with very high quality for all clients. In this series, consultations are also done in absentia. Hair transplants are performed by an experienced team under the supervision of a dermatologist from Canada.
In addition, for more reassurance, all surgeries are performed with an Iranian insurance guarantee.
How are the health protocols observed in Glaris Clinic?
The operating rooms are isolated before and after each operation and completely disinfected. All operating equipment, toilets and… are disinfected daily. With the outbreak of Corona virus, sensitivity to hygiene has increased and the time of visits, operations and regulations are adjusted so that the clinic is private and all health protocols related to Corona are observed.
After hair transplantation, Glaris Clinic will accompany and support you
After hair transplantation, the clinic always supports the patient. An insurance policy is given to the person to guarantee the result of the hair transplant so that if the person is dissatisfied, he can get his money back. In fact, hair transplantation with insurance is one of the distinctive hair transplant services in Glaris Clinic. All post-hair transplant care is provided to clients both in writing and by voice message through clinic support.
After the implantation, the person can be in touch with his implant consultant 24 hours a day and ask any problem or question that he has, so that they can leave their recovery period without any problem and get a good result from their implantation.
In addition, the first wash after hair transplantation is also from the services and support of the clinic.
Hair transplant portfolio at Glaris Clinic
Hair loss has many causes. According to the aad site, aging, childbirth, stress, nutrition, various types of pollution and etc. are effective in hair loss. With hair transplants, you can fill in parts of the head that suffer from severe or bald hair loss, but the idea that you can create very thick hair with hair transplants is completely wrong. So if you come across such ads, it is better to do more research. Of course, choosing the right method for hair transplantation and the high expertise of the doctor has a very high impact on better results. Here are some examples of hair transplants at the Glaris Clinic.
The only permanent treatment for hair loss is hair transplants. The transfer of hair follicles from the back of the head to the front of the head is called natural hair transplantation. Hair transplantation methods include two types of surgery and non-surgery; today, with the advancement of technology and the existence of advanced devices, non-surgical methods with less complications and more effectiveness are becoming more popular. The best and newest method of hair transplantation can be considered as SUT method.
Young people under the age of 25 are not good candidates for this procedure because their hair loss plan is unknown.
One of the most important things to consider before a hair transplant is taking some vitamins, supplements and pills such as vitamin E and aspirin that thin the blood. Therefore, do not use them for two weeks before hair transplantation. After the hair transplant, you should take good care of the newly transplanted hair for complete rooting and achieving excellent results.
Depending on what surgical technique is used for hair transplantation, there may be certain side effects. So be sure to consult a dermatologist before the operation. If all the factors are observed and the clients have a hair transplant in a reputable clinic with competent doctors, the percentage of satisfaction and success will increase to 95%.
