First Robotic Hair Transplant in the UK
Patrick Shaw, 38 became the first man to undergo robotic hair transplant procedure in the UK, to get a full crop of hair and cover up the bald areas of his scalp.
The ARTAS robotic procedure was selected by him after much research and deliberation. Although he did not use any gel products or styling techniques he started going bald some years back and was keen on retrieving his natural looks and nothing short of it.
He traveled from Spain to London to undergo the procedure. According to him the entire process was very smooth and pain free as the process was minimally invasive and left no scar.
This is an outpatient procedure and within a week both the donor and receptor areas on the scalp look the same and even throughout. No one will ever guess that a person had a hair transplant done. Soon the patient can style his hair.
The ARTAS Robotic Procedure leveraged advanced digital tech precision robots to transplant hair from the back of head which is genetically immune to balding to the bald area.
The ARTAS Robotic System is a safe, FDA approved medical device which uses digital imagery to map hair groupings called follicular units. The area from where hair is to be removed is trimmed for being digitized by the ARTAS Robotic System.
A local anesthetic is applied by the doctor making the procedure pain free. A skin tensioner is used on the scalp for accurate location of hair follicles in order to help harvesting of hair in its natural groups.
The precision robotics removes follicular units randomly within the clump of hair to retain the original look in the donor area. It also uses image guidance, digital visualization, dynamic adjustment to patient movement and selective harvest pattern while removing hair. The robotic procedure is repeated until the required amount of hair is removed.
The grafts are transplanted into the bald areas of the scalp which will soon grow as permanent hair. All patients can return back to normal activities within two days. In a week’s time the head is covered evenly as both donor and recipient areas have same look. By six months patients will be happy they went for the procedure. In nine months’ time they will have natural-looking hair like before.
Many men like Patrick Shaw have undergone successful procedures by opting for robotic FUE methods. Patrick says that the entire procedure was so smooth and easy to endure and much better than going to the dentist.
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Frequently asked questions about hair transplant procedures
How much does a hair transplant cost?
Hair transplants can vary in price based off of the area in the world that you are interested in getting a hair transplant as well as the size of the area where you may need a hair transplant. Experienced doctors in the United States will often charge some of the highest prices for a hair transplant worldwide and this is why so many travelers make the move to other parts the world like Turkey, India, Thailand, Mexico...etc for their hair transplants.
Will a hair transplant hurt?
Although hair transplants may look like a particularly
unpleasant or painful experience is actually very little discomfort involved
with the surgery itself. Hair transplants are always done under an anesthetic so there's absolutely zero pain during the treatment itself. Many people actually relate the process as being very similar to going to the dentist for filling or root canal. Mild pain can persist over the course of postop treatment but he generally just resumes for a few days.
Who can deliver the best surgery?
It's usually best to consider working with surgeons who have and IAHRS certification or international alliance of hair restoration surgeons recognition. IAHRS can often deliver recommendations for the best surgeons in each particular area.
Is this scarring noticeable?
Any type of hair transplant will require the use of incisions throughout the scalp. There can also sometimes be a small scar from the donor area towards the back of the scalp. Asking to look at photos of the surgeon's previous work will help you to see roughly how bad the scarring could be. In most cases an experienced professional can limit the look of scarring and noticeable marks from the surgery.
How long does it take for the hair to grow?
In most cases hair growth will start within eight months and you can start to see a full effect from the hair transplant after a full year. The initial signs of growth can usually start between 3 to 4 months after the surgery.
Are the results permanent?
The hair follicles that are transplanted are generally the ones which are genetically resistant against the symptoms of baldness. As long as you receive hair loss treatment later in your life after the symptoms of balding have started to subside, you can have a better chance at permanent results.
While everyone know you've had surgery?
If you want to limit the chance that people may find out about your surgery it's important to give at least three weeks of healing as the surgical area will be affected and red just after surgery. After around a month of healing it can look far less noticeable. You could consider wearing a hat while time passes or opting for some extra time off if possible.
How long should I rest after surgery?
It's recommended to rest for at least a few days after surgery so that your body can recover. Trenton to over exert yourself and limit sexual activity, running in the gym for around 10 days after surgery.
Is it possible to lose more hair as a result of surgery?
There is always a chance of shock loss which happens when the hair is weak and miniaturizing after the surgery. As long as the surgeon is choosing the correct hair follicles and performing the surgery well it's possible to minimize the chance of this happening however.
Will I need another hair transplant?
The need for another transplant really depends on the individual. With a solid foundation surgery and working to potentially bolster results with drug therapy, you can improve the stability of the hair that was transplanted as well as prevent further loss. Getting a hair transplant early
on in your 20s or early on in life could lead to needing long-term transplants as hair loss can be progressive.
