Hair Transplant, a Solution for Your Complexes

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According to statistics, androgenic alopecia affects about 80% of men compared to 25% of women. Whether genetic or not, hair loss is a major source of **complexity** for those affected. Fortunately, patients can turn to hair transplants to restore the **density** of their scalp. Discover everything you need to know about this solution.>

How to know if a hair transplant is necessary for you?

Baldness is a hereditary condition with seven stages classified according to the Hamilton-Norwood scale. At each stage, distinct parts of the scalp are thinned. A hair transplant will not be necessary at the first stage: **hair loss is not pronounced and continues to evolve**, treatments are generally more indicated. The second stage is characterized by an exposure of the frontal hairlines and a thinning of the temples.

Even if it is still moderate baldness, a transplant can already be considered to stop the thinning. Moreover, the method of transplant used will greatly influence the success rate of the operation. The very first transplant technique used is FUT (Follicular Unit Transplant) with a success rate between 60 and 70%. However, it is increasingly being abandoned in favor of the FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) technique, which guarantees a success rate reaching 90%, regardless of the hair type. FUE is the **most recommended transplant technique**, especially since it is very minimally invasive.

Prepare for the transplant: what you need to know beforehand

Good preparation determines the **success of a hair transplant operation**. Two weeks before the scheduled date for the operation, you need to perform a blood test. This preoperative assessment for the professional allows to determine the feasibility of the intervention. Besides the preoperative assessment, certain criteria must be met to later optimize hair regrowth. It is imperative to adopt a healthy and balanced diet. Choosing a good sleep rhythm and good hydration will also be relevant to maximize your chances. It is forbidden to consume alcohol four days before the intervention.

In practice, alcohol limits the effectiveness of anesthetics, which can in turn amplify the **pain during the hair transplant**. During this same period, smoking is also prohibited. It limits blood supply to the scalp, which significantly reduces hair regrowth. The failure of the operation is also attributed to smoking as it increases the likelihood of premature cell necrosis. Finally, avoid anticoagulants. Due to their ability to thin the blood, the healing time is extended.

How is a hair transplant performed?

Before the intervention, the patient must apply an antiseptic shampoo on their scalp. Once ready, the professional anesthetizes the donor area locally after tracing the recipient area with a dermatological pencil. Using a micro-tweezer, they collect **grafts that they detach beforehand** with a motorized micro-punch (follicular extraction). The viability of the grafts is checked under a microscope.

The grafts are then soaked in a dedicated conservation solution. To restore the thinned area, the professional uses a Choi implanter. It allows inserting the follicles into the scalp by making slight perforations. Once the follicle implantation is completed, the professional gives you recommendations to **optimize hair growth** and reduce the healing time. These tips will vary depending on the surface of the reimplanted area, the quality of the follicles, and the patient’s skin type.

Source: https://medihair.com/fr/statistiques-sur-les-greffes-de-cheveux/