Social Influence Increase Hair Transplant Demands
For centuries, men and women have been driven by social cues
and wanting to fit in the with ‘the norm’. For anyone who fell outside of these
standard definitions of what culture was saying was attractive/normal - the
desire to change was tenfold. Whether it be changing our hair color, to
losing some weight, and even more extremes like breast augmentation and even
hair transplants.
For a period of time, it seemed those norms started to
disappear and more people were standing up for going outside of the typical
guidelines of beauty and creating their own definition of attractive. Then
along came social media and storm picked back up. Celebrities known solely for
their presence on sites like Twitter, YouTube, Facebook - became a new
definition of cool, pretty.
And along with idolizing some of these new people too came
the desire to fit more into their mold of beauty. For some, who wanted to same
luscious locks, this meant going for hair transplant surgery.
This uptick is happening and its very real. A recent report
by abd6onyourside talked about this uptick and how more men have become
interested in hair restoration services after hearing about the results from
others on social media.
Especially over the last ten years, Dr. John Frank, a hair
restoration surgeon at OSU Wexner Medical Center was quoted as saying that
people are now turning to him with hopes of fixing their hair loss woes related
to everything from social norms to job desires and even spousal issues.
This increased awareness and desire to look better is also
coupled with the fact that stigmas for cosmetic surgery are going away. Today
the procedures are quicker, safer and more natural looking, so people are
buying in.
Hairfear - 5-4-2015
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.
