Who is a bad hair transplant candidate?

Lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia patients are bad candidates for hair transplant surgery. A common characteristic among scarring alopecias is the permanent damage of the stem cells of hair follicles by the immune system.

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Who is not a good candidate for hair transplant?

Although hair transplant surgery is a relatively simple procedure that can yield amazing results, those who have chronic health issues like heart disease, kidney or liver failure, diabetes, and more, may not be suitable for such a surgery.

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Why are some people not suitable for a hair transplant?

Hair transplant is contraindicated in the presence of active AA, even if there is also PHL. Surgery may precipitate a recurrence and the transplanted hair may be affected by AA. If there has been no active disease for an extended period (2 or more years), the risk with hair transplant is diminished but not eliminated.

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When should you not do a hair transplant?

If a patient is taking any medications that could affect hair growth or increase the risk of excessive bleeding during surgery, a hair transplant is not recommended. Another key factor that will determine a patient's suitability for a hair transplant is their age.

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Do hair transplants not work for some people?

Hair graft rejection is rare, but it occurs in some patients. Rejected hair implants will not grow. A disease called LLP (Lichen Planopilaris), which causes the inflammation of the upper part of the hair follicles is usually responsible for rejection.

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Why don t all bald men get hair transplants?

While it is common that some bald men do desire hair restoration, it's actually best if patients are not completely bald in order to receive hair restoration. Large bald areas actually cannot reach full coverage by a hair transplant.

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What are the odds of hair transplant failing?

Hair transplant failure is relatively rare, but it can occur in some cases. According to the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, the success rate of a patient's hair transplant is 68.2% after a single surgery and 96.8% following their second hair restoration procedure.

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What age is too late for a hair transplant?

There is no age limit for hair transplant.

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Can you be too bald for a hair transplant?

According to the ISHRS, 93% of donor sites are situated on the back of a patient's scalp [1]. But in most cases of total baldness, there is no available follicle harvest site on the scalp, and so a completely bald hair transplant can't be performed. But in some cases, it is possible.

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How late is too late for hair transplant?

We are frequently asked how old is too old for a hair transplant, and this is a difficult question to answer. There is usually no age limit for getting a hair transplant as long as you are in good health.

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Why do most hair transplants fail?

The donor area has poor quality grafts: to determine if the grafts in the donor area are of good quality (thickness, low number of follicles per graft, etc.), a prior clinical examination is essential. If the clinical examination is not performed, or is performed poorly, this can lead to failed hair transplants.

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Does anyone regret hair transplant?

I've spoken with countless people who've had hair transplant surgery and lived to regret it because they thought the result would be far different to what it was. You must keep in mind that there are thousands of variables, and no two cases are the same.

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What is the negative side of hair transplant?

Hair transplant is a safe surgery but there can be some complications, which may be in the form of complaints like postoperative pain, itching, dissatisfaction related to the procedure's outcome, or surgical complications such as infection, wound dehiscence or skin necrosis.

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What is a poor result of hair transplant?

Common causes of implanted hair failure include improper techniques during the procedure and improper handling of implants. Follicles may have become damaged or died during the operation and are incapable of growing new hair. Another cause for extreme hair loss following your procedure is ineffective aftercare.

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How guaranteed is hair transplant?

Hair transplant guarantee : At the end of the postoperation period (12 months) and providing that you have followed all our instructions, you will find at least 90% of the transplanted grafts growing on your scalp. We believe that à 90% guaranteed result in medicine is an excellent percentage.

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Is hair transplant very risky?

Hair transplant surgery is normally safe when performed by a qualified, experienced board- certified plastic surgeon. Still, individuals vary greatly in their physical reactions and healing abilities, and the outcome is never completely predictable. As in any surgical procedure, infection may occur.

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Is 4000 grafts a lot?

How Many Grafts does the Average Person Have? In general, if you're wondering, how many grafts do I need for FUE, the average hair transplant consists of 4000 grafts. This is usually suitable to cover the front, middle and crown (or vertex) with a decent density of hair.

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How much does 5000 hair grafts cover?

For some perspective, it takes around 5,000 – 6,000 grafts to cover an entirely bald scalp “front to back” with adequate density. Most patients see us before they reach this level of hair loss. Most have thinning isolated to certain areas of the scalp, and this is all we need to address.

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How many grafts does the average person have?

The average Caucasian male will have a scalp donor supply of about 8,000 grafts. However, many people will also deviate from the norm. Ome will have as few as 4000 grafts or as many as 10,000 grafts.

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What happens 10 years after hair transplant?

Hair transplant after 10 years: like the rest of your hair, your grafts age. Hair transplantation allows for a lasting result. The transplanted hair will not fall out permanently over time. They will follow the natural life cycle of hair, namely the three phases (growth, cessation of growth and fall).

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Does hair still receding after transplant?

Generally, a patient cannot experience pattern baldness again after hair transplant surgery. This is due to the nature of the harvested hair follicles, which are unlikely to fall out since they are taken from the back and sides of the head. However, it is possible for the transplanted hair to thin over time.

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How long do hair transplants last?

Approximately three months later (90 to 100 days), new hair starts to grow and continues to grow at a normal rate. About six months after a hair transplant session, the transplanted hairs begin to take on a natural appearance and will continue to grow for a lifetime.

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Why is Turkey famous for hair transplant?

Turkish hair transplants are famous for their quality and price. In terms of experience and expertise, hair transplant clinics in Istanbul are just as modern and comfortable as in LA, London, or Dubai, so much so that medical tourists flocking to Turkey have problems choosing.

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What to expect 7 months after hair transplant?

6 to 7 months

At this stage, you will see considerable growth, but the hair will be finer with less density. This is not your final result.

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Do most men go completely bald?

By age 50, 50% of men have at least some noticeable hair loss. By age 60, about two-thirds are either bald or have a balding pattern. While hair loss is more common as you get older, it doesn't necessarily make it any easier to accept.

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