The sparse beard is often due to factors such as genetic causes, stress-related conditions, various treatments, or traumas. Due to incompetency in achieving one’s desired appearance, it could causes numerous aesthetic concerns and self-confidence problems.
The only permanent solution to sparse beard is beard transplant. In this procedure, a person’s healthy beard will be transplanted into the bald area. This transplantation process ensures that the beard will grows naturally at the desired density.
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and DHI (Direct Hair Implant) methods are usually used in beard transplant by providing high density beard in the absence of scar and pain.
For a successful result, patients should carefully choose the clinic where the operation is to be performed. During selection process, websites, patient comments, academic staff, techniques, and devices used in operations should be carefully evaluated by referring to previous transplantations’ before and after photos.
Since beard transplant is a surgical procedure, the surgeon that will performs this procedure is ought to be highly skilled.
Before the beard transplant is carrried out, a detailed analysis will be conducted and the donor area will be determined. Hair follicles on cheekbones and neck are mostly preferred for transplantation. Nape area can be used as a donor site in case of the hair roots in selected areas are insufficient.
Next, with an appropriate technique, channel opening will be done. The vital point in this process is that the root in the donor area and the channel to be opened should be with the same size. The planting direction of the hair follicles is also crucial in delivering a natural look.
Beard transplant operation called for local anesthesia and will takes about 2-3 hours.
A person must have completed puberty in order for a beard transplant to be done. However, according to experts’ report a person between 21-24 years of age is ideal for beard transplant.
Beards should not be trimmed pre-examination. In this way, the direction of the beards can be clearly identified and transplantation process can be designed accordingly. If necessary, beards can be trimmed by the medical team. Planning should be done in a way that allows a few days rest since the procedure will be carried out in the facial area. Usage of blood-thinning medicines should be halted and any continous usage of medications should be informed.
During the procedure, patients should wear easy-to-take-off clothes. In order for the new roots to get proper oxygen, it is important to quit smoking 2 weeks before the procedure.
There is no requirement for patients to be hospitalized after the beard transplant. Scabs can occur in treated area in the first few days following the procedure. During this period, patients should pay attention to the followings:
Beard transplants can be performed throughout the year. However, proper sunlight protection, sweat protection, avoiding wet areas such as sea and swimming pool are required if the process is to be carried out in summer. In winter, it’s sufficient to protect the treated area from cold weather.
FUE or DHI techniques are used in a beard transplant. These methods are painless and will not leave any scars.
It can be done throughout the year; however, patients should embrace different protection methods during summer and winter.
Patients should insist for well-known health centers, where many successful operations has been performed by skilled surgeons when they are choosing for a clinic. Patients are highly suggested to carry out an online research regarding hospital’s feedback.
Individuals under the age of 18 are not good candidates for beard transplant. Meanwhile patients with heart problems, diabetes, and Hepatitis B will require surgeon’s approval.
Beard transplant operation normally takes approximately around 2-3 hours. It could also varies depending on the size of bald area.
Number of sessions needed is determined by the bald area’s size. In general, only one session is sufficient.
Before the process begins, the density is determined according to patient's needs, desires and expectations.
Shock loss will normally occurs in the first few month and beard will begin to grow within 4 to 6 months. However, this will varies from person to person.
In beard transplant, only patient’s hair follicles can be used. The nape can be used as a donor area if the roots in the beard are inadequate.
Since hospitalization is not required, it is possible to return to normal life immediately provided that the treated area is protected accordingly.
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