Types of Hair Transplants

Hair loss can have an important impact on a person’s lifestyle and life prospects. Hair is one of the first things that have a significant impact on people’s faces. Hair loss and receding hairline may be very distressing and damage an individual’s self-esteem. That’s why hair transplant can restore people’s beauty, leading to a self-confidence boost for a long time. In hair transplantation, after the scalp is completely cleansed, a local anesthetic is injected into the skin. Two main methods (FUT) and (FUE) are used to take hair follicles for natural hair transplantation. But today, owing to the advancement of science and technology, other methods are also used, such as (SUT) and Micro-grafts. Obviously, with the advancement of science and knowledge and gaining experience, better and modern methods will be innovated.

Consultants of The Moj Aramesh Amitis Health Tourism Company will guide you through your hair transplant procedure.

Types of Hair Transplants

We will learn more about a variety of hair transplantation methods.

Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) method:

During FUT hair transplant, the surgeon cuts a strip of your scalp, usually from the back of your head. The exact size of the strip depends on the number of taken follicles needed to cover the bald spots. The width of this strip is usually not greater than 1 to 1.5 cm (0.4 to 0.6 inches). Hair transplants take between 4 to 8 hours. FUT Hair transplantation is generally faster than (FUE) hair transplantation.

Since this surgery is performed via local anesthesia, most people stay conscious during surgery. After the operation, the surgeon will apply antibiotics to your scalp and bandage your skin.

Who is an ideal candidate for the FUT hair transplantation method?

For more information and advice on hair transplantation, The Amitis Moj Aramesh Amitis Health Tourism Company will guide you through your hair transplantation procedure. It should be noted that for hair transplantation by FUT and FUE methods, it is necessary for the area that hairs are taken from to be thick so that you can use them for hair transplantation. For men with androgenetic alopecia (commonly called male pattern baldness), a FUT hair transplant can be the best option. In men, the hairline is usually M-shaped and hair loss begins above both temples. Women with this condition usually experience a pattern (Ludwig) that causes hair loss in parts of the hair or thinning hair in the upper part of the head. If a medical condition, such as a thyroid disorder or alopecia, has caused you to lose hair, (FUT) hair transplant method may not be an option.

The following factors make you an ideal candidate for (FUT): hair transplantation method:

 1- Age: it is advisable not to have a FUT transplant until the age of 25+, as hair loss is less predictable in younger people.

2- Hair thickness: People with a high hair follicle density generally receive better coverage.

3- Area of balding: FUT is most useful for treating hair loss at the front of the head.

4- Hair color: People with less color contrast make better candidates for FUT hair transplantation.

What are the potential side effects of the FUT hair transplantation method?

Complications after FUT hair transplantation are very rare. Because the supply of blood to the scalp allows it to heal quickly and also prevents infection. Less than 1% of people develop infection through hair transplantation. Some potential complications of hair transplantation include:

1- Unnatural looking hair

2- Bumps or scarring on the head

3- Inflammation of hair follicles (folliculitis)

4- Bleeding

5- Swelling and pain

6- Complications of anesthetic drug

7- Cysts

Does FUT hair transplant leave any scar marks?

The scar caused by this surgery is permanent but will fade over time. The size of the scar depends on the number of taken hair follicles during surgery. This scar is generally hidden by your hair, but it may be visible if you keep cutting your hair short.

What does shock hair loss mean?

Sudden hair loss, commonly known as shock hair loss, usually occurs on the transplanted site of your head. It’s a very common occurrence. As a result, the implanted hair will be shed within two months after the surgery. But the hair almost always grows back in four months.

How much does FUT hair transplant cost?

FUT hair transplant may cost between $4,000 and $10,000 on average. Of course, it may be even more expensive in various clinics. In order to choose the best hair transplant surgeon and the best clinic at the most reasonable price, you can seek help from our consultants in the Moj Aramesh Amitis Health Tourism Company.

Some of the factors that determine the cost of hair transplantation include:

1- Amount of transplanted hair: Most clinics charge a fee according to the number of transplanted hair follicles. But some clinics offer fixed prices.

2- Surgeon: The price of the operation varies between clinics and the surgeon’s experience.

3- Clinic location: Clinics in some cities may charge more for FUT hair transplantation.

4- Travel expenses: If you have to travel to other cities for your hair transplant, your travel budget must also be considered.

It is unlikely that your insurance company will cover FUT hair transplantation since hair transplantation is usually considered a cosmetic procedure. If you have lost your hair due to burns or trauma, in some cases insurance may pay. Some clinics charge for their services over installments in several stages.

• Follicular Unit Extraction Transplant (FUE):

In this method, by hundreds or thousands of small incisions, the hair follicles are taken directly from the back of the head and transplanted into the specified areas. Throughout the procedure, small punches are created in the scalp and then the hair follicles are gently inserted into the recipient punctures. During the operation, the surgeon may transplant hundreds or thousands of hair follicles. After the operation, the scalp is covered with a bandage for a few days. Each hair transplant session usually takes about 4 hours or more and in 10 days the stitches are removed. If you plan to have a hair transplant for your entire head, you will need three to four sessions. This may take several months because it takes time to heal after each transplant. Whatever option you choose, in order to achieve the best result, it’s important to work with a qualified physician. In most cases, the surgeon takes the transplanted hair from the back of the head or behind the ear. However, sometimes, depending on the patient’s condition, the follicle may be taken from the chin and chest. People who do not have thick hair on the back or sides of the head use their body hair to take and transplant follicles. Using body hair or beard hair requires more time and skill than scalp hair. But according to researches, the body and beard are great sources for hair transplants. You will go home the same day of the procedure. Once the surgery is done, your surgeon will carefully bandage your head. The area may be swollen, therefore, your surgeon may inject (triamcinolone) into the implant site to reduce swelling. You will likely feel pain at the transplant site as well as in the area where the hair was taken from. For a few days after the surgery, your surgeon may prescribe the following:

1- Painkillers, such as ibuprofen (Advil)

2- Antibiotics to prevent infection

3- Anti-inflammatory, such as oral steroids to relieve swelling

4- Medications such as Propecia or Rogaine to help stimulate hair growth

What is the difference between FUT and FUE hair transplant methods?

Both methods involve transplanting individual hair follicles. During (FUT) hair transplant, the surgeon cuts a strip of skin on the back or side of your scalp and then extracts the hair follicles. In the FUE method, your surgeon extracts hair follicles directly from your scalp instead of first taking a strip from the scalp. Hair Transplantation (FUE) is currently the most common hair transplant method in the world.

Some of the advantages of the FUE hair transplantation method include:

1- Quicker recovery time

2- You feel less pain after the operation and it does not leave significant scars.

3- Hair from other parts of the body can be used and can be used even if you have poor hair density.

Some of the advantages of FUT hair transplantation include:

1- If you need a lot of transplanted hair follicles grafted, this method may be a better option for you.

2- Shorter operation time

3- Cheaper surgery

Care Tips After Hair Transplant

Here, we have stated some hair transplantation post-operation care tips:

You may have to wait for few days after the surgery to wash your hair. In the first few weeks, use only mild shampoos. You should be able to return to work or normal activities in about 3 days after the hair transplant. Do not press the brush or comb over your transplanted hair for 3 weeks. Do not exercise for about a week. Do not worry if some hair falls out. Because as mentioned, this sudden shedding is part of the process. The transplanted hair may not grow so fast or it may have color contrast with you’re the rest of your hair, but all of these complications will be gone over time.

Types of Hair Transplantation Methods in Iran

Hair transplantation methods in Iran have improved significantly, and there are various techniques used for hair transplantation in Iran. In this article, two of the main methods of hair transplantation were discussed. One of these methods, known as Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), in this method, a small tissue of the skin behind the scalp is separated in the form of a strip and divided into smaller pieces, then implanted and transplanted in extracted areas.

Another method for hair transplantation is Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE), which is more accurate than FUT, in this method, the hair follicles are taken individually from the thick areas and transplanted to the recipient areas.