HAIR TRANSPLANTATION

Hair transplantation surgery is performed to move growing hair to areas that no longer have hair. Baldness is the result of several factors including hormones and genetics. The goal of hair transplantation is to provide a more youthful appearing hairline.

In order to accomplish this goal, hair is relocated from the back and sides of the scalp. Hair from these areas retains the ability to produce visible hairs long after other areas can't. When placed into the skin at the front of the scalp, transplanted hairs continue to grow.

Hair transplantation has been performed using various techniques over the years. Early efforts utilized plugs taken from the back of the scalp and moved to the front. While these plugs continued to grow, they had the disadvantage of looking like a doll's head. Newer techniques allow Dr. Kenneth Beer to create a more natural hairline that will be less noticeable and more esthetically pleasing. The techniques of using smaller pieces of hair are known as micro and mini grafting.

Mini grafts are small pieces of hair that contain between three and eight hairs. They are used to provide intermediate density to recipient areas. Micro grafts are smaller than mini grafts and contain between one and three hairs. They are used to provide a more natural transition between the transplanted areas and the scalp. Dr. Kenneth Beer strives to follow nature's example by using micro and mini grafts.

Commonly Asked Questions:

1) Who is a good candidate for hair transplantation?
The answer is that most men who have experienced significant hair loss and are between the ages of 23 and 65 are good candidates. Candidates must have enough hair in a donor area to supply hair for the recipient area. The color and density of your hair are also important determinates. These factors, as well as other considerations, will be discussed with you during your consultation. There are limitations to what can be accomplished with any type of hair restoration surgery and each patient is encouraged to discuss his objectives with Dr. Kenneth Beer.

2) Are there risks associated with hair transplantation surgery?
Any type of surgery has some element of risk associated with it and hair transplantation is no exception. The risks associated with this type of surgery include scarring, bleeding and infection and Dr. Kenneth Beer goes to great lengths to minimize these risks. In addition, there is the risk that the grafts do not grow after the move, that small bumps form around the graft and that future hair loss mandates repeated hair transplants.

3) Does the procedure hurt?
Dr. Kenneth Beer uses various medications to minimize the discomfort from the procedure. These medications include local anesthetic and medication to make the patient drowsy.

4) How much does the procedure cost and will my insurance pay?
The cost of the procedure depends on the extent of the restoration. While some patients prefer a gradual restoration others prefer to have a great deal done in each session. The amount of restoration per session dictates the cost of each session. Since this is cosmetic surgery, no insurance pays for hair restoration.

5) How long will I be out of work?
Again, this depend on the extent of the work done. Most patients can return to work in 2-3 days.

Every patient has his own questions regarding hair transplantation. If you are considering hair transplantation, schedule a consultation with Dr. Kenneth Beer.

Call today for an estimated cost of Hair Transplantation surgery at 561.655.9055.