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Medical Hair Replacement

Thinning hair is a problem for many men and women. Some men find it normal and can handle losing their hair, while others seek out ways to regain their youthful appearance. Medical hair replacement is one method that many have found to be a permanent solution for their thinning hair and/or going bald.

This procedure is great for both men and women and will give them natural looking hair. Medical hair replacement is sometimes referred to as a hair transplant.

Hair Replacement For Everyone?

Medical hair replacement is not for everyone. You must have enough hair to place in the areas in which you have thinning or balding. The hair must be in good condition before it can be used for transplanting. The surgeon will have to determine if you are a good candidate for medical hair replacement surgery.

Medical hair Replacement Process

The process for medical hair replacement begins with the surgeon taking a small tissue sample containing hair follicles. These follicles are dissected under a microscope and created into hair grafts. The hair grafts will then be placed on the areas where you have balding or thinning hair.

The grafts will be placed at various angles that will achieve a natural looking hairline and fullness. The surgeon should use a photo of you prior to the beginning of your hair thinning, so he can give you a natural hairline, like you had.

Medical hair replacement has been around for a very long time, however, you should be sure that the physicians, surgeons and facility has been in business for a long period of time. You should ask to see all the medical licenses, credentials, etc… to ensure that you are talking with experts in the field. If they just received their licenses, you may not get the quality that you could receive with someone that has been performing medical hair replacements for years.

Ask many questions; be sure that you are ready for several sessions. A medical hair replacement can take from two months to two years according to how much of your hair has thinned and the thickness you desire.

Jim Shaw