Facial Hair Transplant
Facial Hair transplant is a procedure to revive growth in sparsely haired areas of the face. Facial hair growth is made fuller in areas such as beards, moustaches, eyebrows, and sideburns. This procedure can also be used to conceal scars like acne scars. Most common areas for transplant are beard and eyebrows.
A thick beard is often desirable in men with patchy loss of beard hair or thinning. Eyebrow transplant has opted in thinning eyebrow or missing eyebrow hair due to genetics, illness, burns, etc.
Beard Hair Transplant
Canβt grow a beard? But have always wanted a mane? You are in luck! Beard Transplants are now both extremely successful and in vogue!
Each hair is individually extracted to match facial hair and implanted with complete control over the depth and direction to give you the most natural looking superstar beard!
The process can be used to construct correct or add density to facial hair.The transplanted hair will grow like your existing beard hair with the same texture.
Common reasons for beard hair transplant are:-
- Trauma, burns
- Traction Alopecia
- Surgical procedure
- Cancer, infections
- Scarring
- Genetics
Beard Transplant is divided into two sections. The lateral part includes the sideburns, cheeks, and jawline. The frontal area includes the moustache and goatee. These areas require a varied density of facial hair transplant.
FUE or Follicular unit extraction method is used. Scalp hair is removed from the back and side of the head by FUE and transplanted onto the chin and cheeks.
Beard and Moustache hair transplant is done under local anesthesia with or without oral medications. At times intravenous sedation and analgesia are given. This procedure lasts for about 3 to 5 hours. Beard and Moustahe transplant method leaves no scars and heals quickly in 7 to 10 days.
The specialists plan the procedure in advance. The areas of the face are identified and corresponding scalp hair is also assessed. Beard transplant cost varies with the areas and number of hairs requiring transplantation. Cheek area may require 300 to 900 grafts, 350 to 500 grafts for a moustache and 600 to 900 grafts for a full goatee.
Eyebrow Hair Transplant
Eyebrows play a crucial role in human expression and poorly shaped eyebrows can impact your daily life.
Hair Transplant can also be used to reconstruct or reshape eyebrows. Hair Follicles are extracted from the nape of the neck and transplanted to the eyebrows. These hair are carefully selected to match the texture and growth of eyebrow hair. Eyebrow reconstruction can also be done through Scalp Micropigmentation
There are several reasons for eyebrow hair loss like:-
- Ageing
- Trauma, Burns
- Genetics
- Thyroid disorders
- Excessive plucking
- Alopecia Areata
- Radiation and Chemotherapy
- Eyebrow surgery scar
Eyebrow hair is oriented in a unique pattern. The hairs are vertically oriented medially and gradually become horizontal towards the lateral sides. The shapes vary from arched to straight. Men often require thicker and straighter eyebrows whereas women need thinner and arched eyebrows.
Eyebrow hair transplant is done by the FUE (Follicular unit extraction) method. Eyebrow implants are extracted from the scalp, armpits, legs and pubic region. Leg hair is best preferred as they are thin and short. Scalp hairs grow faster and require more frequent trimming.
The extracted hair is implanted under local anesthesia. The new hair may fall in 2 weeks but regrows in about 3 to 4 months.
Cosmetologists plan in advance to create natural and symmetrical eyebrows. Usually, about 500 implants are required in each eyebrow. The eyebrow transplant costs vary according to individual requirements.
Beard transplant costs in India are available at all ranges. However, one of the best expert doctors and facilities are found at Berkowitz Hair & Skin Clinic. Natural looking facial hair is crafted after several years of expertise with affordable cost.
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FAQ's
What is facial hair transplant?
Facial hair transplant is a procedure to restore facial hair, including beard, mustache, and eyebrows. It involves taking hair from the donor area and transplanting it to the recipient area.
Who is a good candidate for a facial hair transplant?
Anyone who has lost facial hair due to genetics, scarring, or other reasons can be a good candidate for a facial hair transplant. A consultation with a qualified doctor can help determine if the patient is a good candidate.
Is facial hair transplant a painful procedure?
Facial hair transplant is performed under local anesthesia, which means the patient will not feel any pain during the procedure. However, the patient may experience some discomfort during the recovery period.
How long does it take to see the results of a facial hair transplant?
The transplanted hair will fall out within the first few weeks after the procedure, but new hair growth will start within 3-4 months. The full results of the transplant can be seen after 6-12 months.
