What is a Hair Transplant for Women?

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 What Are The Causes Of Hair Loss?

• Some of the causes of hair loss in women are listed as follows;
• Hormonal irregularities after pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Stress
• Frequent use of hair dyes
• Excessive use of medication
• Excessive heat damage
• Malnutrition
• Birth control medications
• Improper use of cosmetics
• Menopause
• Polycystic ovary syndrome
• Vitamin deficiencies and nutritional disorders
• Chemotherapeutic treatments for the treatment of cancer
• Seasonal hair loss
• Ringworms
• Congenital hair thinning
• Trauma after facelift
• Burns
• Surgical incisions on the scalp

Prior to performing a hair transplant, the cause of the hair loss should be determined After establishing the causes of hair loss, the planning process for the procedure can begin. The advantages and disadvantages of hair transplantation techniques (DHI, FUE) are discussed in detail with the practitioner and the suitable method for the patient is decided. A series of tests like hepatitis B/C  will be required for precautionary purposes before the procedure.

Local anesthesia is applied so the patient does not feel any pain during the procedure. 

Hair follicles, known as grafts, are taken from the donor area, then separated and transplanted one by one for a more natural appearance. If the FUE method is used, channels are opened with a micro-motor in the area to be transplanted. In the DHI method, channel opening and hair transplantation are performed simultaneously with a Choi pen. The channel stage is an important stage in terms of less tissue damage, canal directions and permanent hair follicles. A hair transplant procedure is usually completed in one session. The duration of the procedure can be between 6-8 hours, depending on the size of the area to be transplanted.

The first wash after the procedure is done on the fourth day. And the removal of scabs in Scabbing will also occur, scab removal is performed 10 days after transplantation. This step can be done by the patient themselves or in a clinical environment. Shock shedding will then take place within 1-2 months, after this phase, stronger and permanent hair begins to grow.

The patient should start to see the final results within 8-12 months. In order for new hair to grow and grow in a healthy way, delicate care should be taken after a hair transplantation. In order to prevent damage to the hair transplant area, patients should be careful with lying down positions, avoid anything that could cause impact for about 1 month, avoid heavy sports, hot water, sauna, solarium and direct sunlight. 

For a smooth healing process after a hair transplant, attention should be paid to nutrition and health. It is also recommended to use the supportive products recommended by the specialist.

The first wash after the procedure is done on the fourth day. And the removal of scabs in Scabbing will also occur, scab removal is performed 10 days after transplantation. This step can be done by the patient themselves or in a clinical environment. Shock shedding will then take place within 1-2 months, after this phase, stronger and permanent hair begins to grow.

The patient should start to see the final results within 8-12 months. In order for new hair to grow and grow in a healthy way, delicate care should be taken after a hair transplantation. In order to prevent damage to the hair transplant area, patients should be careful with lying down positions, avoid anything that could cause impact for about 1 month, avoid heavy sports, hot water, sauna, solarium and direct sunlight. 

For a smooth healing process after a hair transplant, attention should be paid to nutrition and health. It is also recommended to use the supportive products recommended by the specialist.

Washing Of The Head
The first wash is done on day 4 after the procedure. This step can be done at the clinic, or at home. 

• Warm water with the shampoo and aftercare lotions recommended by the practitioner should be used.
• The transplanted area should be washed with light movements without pressing or pressure.
• A hair dryer on the warm setting used at a distance can be used. A towel for drying the hair must not be used. 
• External cosmetic products other than those recommended for hair should not be used.

Crust Loss
After a hair transplant, the crusts fall off in about 2 weeks. At the end of this period, the crusts that did not fall off are softened to shed by using the special care lotion provided for washing.

Shock Shedding
In the first month after a hair transplant, the expected shock shedding starts to occur. In this phase, the transplanted hair falls out but the hair follicles are not damaged in the process. This phase decreases from the second month and ends completely in the third month.

Growth Of The Transplanted Hair

This is a time-consuming process. The shock shedding phase and the phases before must be completed.After the shock shedding, the transplanted hair follicles are completely attached to the tissue they are in and the growth phase begins. The hair that grows from the third month onwards is thin and sparse. It takes about 6-7 months for more dense and vibrant hair to appear. At the end of one year, the patient completely regains natural and healthy hair.