Hair transplants are typically the most extreme form of hair restoration that people suffering hair loss will try. They are considered extreme because of the invasive nature of the surgery and the high cost attached. Many find themselves considering this option when they have been unable to find another effective solution.
Hair is a source of pride and confidence for most people. We make daily efforts to keep it well-groomed as it is an integral part of our appearance. When hair begins to shed in unusual amounts and you begin to see a change in hairline or scalp, it can be shocking. The causes of hair loss can often be diagnosed by a doctor, but the remedies are often few and not always effective.
Transplants are helpful to those that suffer localized hair loss. Hair follicles can be taken from where there is plenty and added to where there is a loss. There are two typical approaches used in this treatment.
Hair transplants are typically the most extreme form of hair restoration that people suffering hair loss will try. They are considered extreme because of the invasive nature of the surgery and the high cost attached. Many find themselves considering this option when they have been unable to find another effective solution.
Hair is a source of pride and confidence for most people. We make daily efforts to keep it well-groomed as it is an integral part of our appearance. When hair begins to shed in unusual amounts and you begin to see a change in hairline or scalp, it can be shocking. The causes of hair loss can often be diagnosed by a doctor, but the remedies are often few and not always effective.
Transplants are helpful to those that suffer localized hair loss. Hair follicles can be taken from where there is plenty and added to where there is a loss. There are two typical approaches used in this treatment.
The Process
Types of Hair Transplants
- Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) also known as Follicular Unit Strip Surgery (FUSS) or strip excision harvesting, it involves the extraction of a 6-10 inch strip of scalp where hair growth is strong and plentiful. This is typically from the back of the head. After removal, the extraction site is sewn shut. This strip is then cut into many smaller pieces. This can range from 500-2000 grafts.
- Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) – for this procedure, the surgeon will shave the back of the head and begin to remove donor hair follicles one at a time. It will appear as though many small dots have been punched into the scalp.
Both these types of hair transplants have become more refined over the years, as with many other cosmetic procedures. Unfortunately, it is impossible to predict how a patient’s scalp will react even with the most precisely done procedure. Some will heal beautifully, hardly showing a mark, while others will have a pronounced scar that is difficult not to notice.
The Process
How Does SMP Help
Many hair transplant surgeons and clinics now refer their patients for scalp micro-pigmentation (SMP). By implanting organic black ink into the scalp, SMP helps to create the impression of natural hair follicles.
For surgical scar cases, it helps even out the appearance of hair follicles at the back of the head for anyone who prefers a shorter cut. For those that maintain longer hair, SMP provides density cover. This means the bareness of the scar is covered up, helping to conceal evidence that the person had any procedure done. The same effect is provided whether the person underwent FUT or FUE.
Scar tissue can be quite thick and not react to pigments as normal scalp would. For normal treatments, clients can expect to undergo 3-4 sessions of 1-6 hours each. For surgical scar cases, additional sessions may be required as we check on how well the area has taken to the treatment.
The Process
Types of Hair Transplants
- Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) also known as Follicular Unit Strip Surgery (FUSS) or strip excision harvesting, it involves the extraction of a 6-10 inch strip of scalp where hair growth is strong and plentiful. This is typically from the back of the head. After removal, the extraction site is sewn shut. This strip is then cut into many smaller pieces. This can range from 500-2000 grafts.
- Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) – for this procedure, the surgeon will shave the back of the head and begin to remove donor hair follicles one at a time. It will appear as though many small dots have been punched into the scalp.
Both these types of hair transplants have become more refined over the years, as with many other cosmetic procedures. Unfortunately, it is impossible to predict how a patient’s scalp will react even with the most precisely done procedure. Some will heal beautifully, hardly showing a mark, while others will have a pronounced scar that is difficult not to notice.
The Process
How Does SMP Help
Many hair transplant surgeons and clinics now refer their patients for scalp micro-pigmentation (SMP). By implanting organic black ink into the scalp, SMP helps to create the impression of natural hair follicles.
For surgical scar cases, it helps even out the appearance of hair follicles at the back of the head for anyone who prefers a shorter cut. For those that maintain longer hair, SMP provides density cover. This means the bareness of the scar is covered up, helping to conceal evidence that the person had any procedure done. The same effect is provided whether the person underwent FUT or FUE.
Scar tissue can be quite thick and not react to pigments as normal scalp would. For normal treatments, clients can expect to undergo 3-4 sessions of 1-6 hours each. For surgical scar cases, additional sessions may be required as we check on how well the area has taken to the treatment.
