Frequently Asked Questions about
Hair Transplant Surgery:
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What causes hair loss?
In typical male pattern hair loss, hair follicles that carry genetic coding bond with DHT (dihydrotestosterone - a hormone that slowly kills the hair follicle), weaken hair and slowly cause it to fall out. The hair follicles on the back and lower sides of the head do not attract DHT. Hair on the front, above the temples, top of scalp and crown can all be DHT receptive, depending on your genetic coding. Hair grafts are taken from donor areas on the back and sides, where follicles are not affected by DHT. When these grafts are transplanted to the front, crown, and top of scalp, they retain their resistance to DHT hair loss and last a lifetime.
Some medicines, hormonal changes, disease (such as lupus or diabetes) and major stress to the body (surgery, accident) can cause hair loss.
DHT hair loss affects two in three men. While many other "solutions" and miracle shampoos promise their product blocks DHT, only two were approved by the FDA, finasteride and minoxidil. Although a great product, it still doesn't promise fast, natural, permanent and cost effectiveness that $3 hair grafts promise.
What is common baldness?
The term "common baldness" usually means male-pattern hair loss. Male-pattern hair loss is the most common cause of hair loss in men. Men who have this type of hair loss usually have inherited the trait (hair follicles receptive to DHT bonding). Men who start losing their hair at an early age tend to develop more extensive baldness. In male-pattern baldness, hair loss typically results in a receding hair line and baldness on the top of the head.
How Can The Hair Transplant Center Afford to offer Hair Transplants For A Low Cost?
With your logical thinking mind, you are probably asking "how can they afford to offer hair grafts at $3 each?" Simple answer: Low Overhead. The Hair Transplant Center doesn't spend millions of dollars on infomercials and television ads. The staff at this firm is great. They are down to earth, super-friendly, caring, and as nice as can be. Wait until you walk in the door. You'll be blown away by the feeling you've been close friends with them for years.
What is involved in a hair transplant?
At your initial free consultation, HTC's trained staff will carefully evaluate your present hair pattern to determine the best possible design for your new grafts. Not everyone is a hair transplant candidate, so if we feel a hair transplant is not in your best interest, we will tell you so! The procedure will be completely explained and you will know in advance all costs involved. In most cases, the hair implantation procedure takes only a few hours. Since only local anesthesia is used, you will be home the same day.
Are hair transplants the answer to male pattern hair loss?
There are several products on the market today that promise regrowth of hair. Unfortunately, most of them are ineffective, costly, and certainly not permanent. Of all the options currently available, hair transplants are the only permanent solution and the Hair Transplant Center makes them more affordable over a lifetime then other types of FDA recognized treatment methods.
Is it painful?
Patients report only a small amount of discomfort associated with a hair transplant procedure, (when the local anesthetic is first given). Further, all patients are given a relaxing medication prior to the procedure which improves the hair transplant experience.
Where will the surgery take place?
The hair transplant procedure takes place in the Hair Transplant Center's office, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, so there is no need for expensive hospital stays. The procedure is safe and simple in the hands of the experienced staff. The staff recommends that a friend or loved one drive you home after the procedure. Or, the Hair Transplant Center can make hotel reservations for you to spend the night in Tulsa and leave the following day. Some patients even choose to fly out of Tulsa the same day, provided they have transportation to pick them up at their destination city.
In most cases, patients will leave the office without even a Band-aid. A baseball cap works well to hide the graft implanted area for the first few days.
Will I need more than one procedure?
That will depend on the extent of your hair loss and the number of implants per surgery. It takes about 4 months to see the new growth. That is a good time to return for further evaluation to see if more sessions are indicated.
What does the healing process involve?
Although there may be some redness and swelling for a few days following your procedure, it is usually not very noticeable. Existing hair, if possible, may be combed over the grafted area to hide them while they are healing. You may shampoo gently 24 hours after your procedure. Sutures in the donor area are to be removed by a licensed physician only and are usually removed in 10 days. This can be done by your own doctor or at the Hair Transplant Center office.
Will my new hair look natural?
The old hair plug days of "Doll" hair are long gone. Hair transplant technicians today (worldwide) use various techniques that transfer one to five hairs maximum (per graft) from the donor area to the recipient area. By implementing these techniques, your new hair will look and feel natural and no one will know the difference unless you tell them!
