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Hair Replacement About ASPS | Contact Us Home : Learn About Procedures : Procedures Print This Page Cosmetic Procedures: Botox® Breast Augmentation Breast Lift Browlift Camouflage Cosmetics Chemical Peel Chin Surgery Computer Imaging Cosmetic Surgery at a Glance Dermabrasion Ear Surgery Endoscopic Plastic Surgery Eyelids Face Lift Facial Implants Indications for Men Injectable Fillers Laser Skin Resurfacing Lipoplasty or Liposuction Microdermabrasion Nose Surgery Permanent Eyeliner Skin Management Spider Veins Tumescent Technique Tummy Tuck Upper Arm Lift If you're considering hair replacement... Hair loss is primarily caused by a combination of aging, a change in hormones, and a family history of baldness. As a rule, the earlier hair loss begins, the more severe the baldness will become. Hair loss can also be caused by burns or trauma, in which case hair replacement surgery is considered a reconstructive treatment, and may be covered by health insurance. If you and your doctor have determined that hair transplants are the best option for you, you can feel comfortable knowing that board-certified plastic surgeons have been successfully performing this type of procedure for more than thirty years. If you're considering hair replacement surgery, this brochure will give you a basic understanding of the variety of procedures involved. It can't answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Ask your surgeon if there is anything you don't understand about the procedure you plan to have. THE TRUTH ABOUT HAIR LOSS Baldness is often blamed on poor circulation to the scalp, vitamin deficiencies, dandruff, and even excessive hat-wearing. All of these theories have been disproved. It's also untrue that hair loss can be determined by looking at your maternal grandfather, or that 40-year-old men who haven't lost their hair will never lose it. THE BEST CANDIDATES FOR HAIR REPLACEMENT Hair replacement surgery can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but the results won't necessarily match your ideal. Before you decide to have surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your surgeon. It's important to understand that all hair replacement techniques use your existing hair. The goal of surgery is to find the most efficient uses for existing hair. Hair replacement candidates must have healthy hair growth at the back and sides of the head to serve as donor areas. Donor areas are the places on the head from which grafts and flaps are taken. Other factors, such as hair color, texture and waviness or curliness may also affect the cosmetic result. There are a number of techniques used in hair replacement surgery. Sometimes, two or more techniques are used to achieve the best results. Transplant techniques, such as punch grafts, mini-grafts, micro-grafts, slit grafts, and strip grafts are generally performed on patients who desire a more modest change in hair fullness. Flaps, tissue-expansion and scalp-reduction are procedures that are usually more appropriate for patients who desire a more dramatic change. Remember, there are limits to what can be accomplished. An individual with very little hair might not be advised to undergo hair replacement surgery. HAIR LOSS IN WOMEN Some doctors estimate that one in five women will experience some degree of hair loss usually caused by aging, illness, or hormonal changes after menopause. Women tend to experience a subtle thinning all over the scalp rather than losing hair in patches as is common in men. To correct the problem, some women choose to wear a wig or hair extensions. Others have had some success using a topical prescriptive drug. The effectiveness of such drugs varies in some patients and simply prevents further hair loss without stimulating any appreciable new growth. Hair replacement surgery may be the answer for those who feel uncomfortable with either of these options. Because mini-grafts are usually the surgical treatment of choice for filling-in thinning areas, good candidates for this procedure should have dense hair growth at the back of the head. Mini-grafts are harvested from this dense area and replanted in thinning areas to create a fuller look. Occasionally flap and tissue expansion procedures may be used if the individual is judged to be a good candidate. If you're considering a hair replacement procedure, it's important to understand that you will never have the coverage you had prior to your hair loss, but surgery may camouflage the thin areas and give you more fullness. ALL SURGERY CARRIES SOME UNCERTAINTY AND RISK Hair replacement surgery is normally safe when performed by a qualified, experienced physician. Still, individuals vary greatly in their physical reactions and healing abilities, and the outcome is never completely predictable. As in any surgical procedure, infection may occur. Excessive bleeding and/or wide scars, sometimes called "stretch-back" scars caused by tension may result from some scalp-reduction procedures. In transplant procedures, there is a risk that some of the grafts won't "take." Although it is normal for the hair contained within the plugs to fall out before establishing regrowth in its new location, sometimes the skin plug dies and surgery must be repeated. At times, patients with plug grafts will notice small bumps on the scalp that form at the transplant sites. These areas can usually be camouflaged with surrounding hair. When hair loss progresses after surgery, an unnatural, "patchy" look may result-especially if the newly-placed hair lies next to patches of hair that continue to thin out. If this happens, additional surgery may be required. PLANNING YOUR SURGERY Hair replacement surgery is an individualized treatment. To make sure that every surgical option is available to you, find a doctor who has experience performing all types of replacement techniques-flaps and tissue expansion as well as transplants. Look elsewhere if your doctor tells you that he or she has perfected one technique that can "do it all." In your initial consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your hair growth and loss, review your family history of hair loss, and find out if you've had any previous hair replacement surgery. Your surgeon will also ask you about your lifestyle and discuss your expectations and goals for surgery. Medical conditions that could cause problems during or after surgery, such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, blood-clotting problems, or the tendency to form excessive scars, should also be checked by your doctor. Be sure to tell your surgeon if you smoke or are taking any drugs or medications, especially aspirin or other drugs that affect clotting. If you decide to have hair replacement surgery, your surgeon will explain anesthesia, the type of facility where the surgery will be performed, and the risks and cost involved. Don't hesitate to ask your doctor any questions. Make sure you understand your surgeon's plan-which procedures will be used and how long each will take. Ask your doctor to give you an idea of what you will look like after the procedure or, in the case of grafts, after each stage of treatment. PREPARING FOR YOUR SURGERY Your surgeon will give you specific instructions on how to prepare for surgery, including guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking, and taking and avoiding certain vitamins and medications. Carefully following these instructions will help your surgery go more smoothly. If you smoke, it's especially important to stop at least a week or two before surgery; smoking inhibits blood flow to the skin, and can interfere with healing. You should arrange for someone to drive you home after your surgery. Plan to take it easy for a day or two after the procedure and arrange for assistance if you think you'll need it. WHERE YOUR SURGERY WILL BE PERFORMED Hair replacement surgery is usually performed in a physician's office-based facility or in an outpatient surgery center. Rarely does it require a hospital stay. TYPES OF ANESTHESIA Hair replacement surgery, no matter what technique is used, is usually performed using a local anesthesia along with sedation to make you relaxed and comfortable. Your scalp will be insensitive to pain, but you may be aware of some tugging or pressure. General anesthesia may be used for more complex cases involving tissue expansion or flaps. If general anesthesia is used, you'll sleep through the procedure. THE SURGERY Hair transplantation involves removing small pieces of hair-bearing scalp grafts from a donor site and relocating them to a bald or thinning area. Grafts differ by size and shape. Round-shaped punch grafts usually contain about 10-15 hairs. The much smaller mini-graft contains about two to four hairs; and the micro-graft, one to two hairs. Slit grafts, which are inserted into slits created in the scalp, contain about four to10 hairs each; strip grafts are long and thin and contain 30-40 hairs. Generally, several surgical sessions may be needed to achieve satisfactory fullness-and a healing interval of several months is usually recommended between each session. It may take up to two years before you see the final result with a full transplant series. The amount of coverage you'll need is partly dependent upon the color and texture of your hair. Coarse, gray or light-colored hair affords better coverage than fine, dark-colored hair. The number of large plugs transplanted in the first session varies with each individual, but the average is about 50. For mini-grafts or micro-grafts, the number can be up to 700 per session. Just before surgery, the "donor area" will be trimmed short so that the grafts can be easily accessed and removed. For punch grafts, your doctor may use a special tube-like instrument made of sharp carbon steel that punches the round graft out of the donor site so it can be replaced in the area to be covered-generally the frontal hairline. For other types of grafts, your doctor will use a scalpel to remove small sections of hair-bearing scalp, which will be divided into tiny sections and transplanted into tiny holes or slits within the scalp. When grafts are taken, your doctor may periodically inject small amounts of saline solution into the scalp to maintain proper skin strength. The donor site holes may be closed with stitches-for punch grafts, a single stitch may close each punch site; for other types of grafts, a small, straight-line scar will result. The stitches are usually concealed with the surrounding hair. To maintain healthy circulation in the scalp, the grafts are placed about one-eighth of an inch apart. In later sessions, the spaces between the plugs will be filled in with additional grafts. Your doctor will take great care in removing and placement of grafts to ensure that the transplanted hair will grow in a natural direction and that hair growth at the donor site is not adversely affected. After the grafting session is complete, the scalp will be cleansed and covered with gauze. You may have to wear a pressure bandage for a day or two. Some doctors allow their patients to recover bandage-free. Plastic surgeons are the leaders in tissue expansion, a procedure commonly used in reconstructive surgery to repair burn wounds and injuries with significant skin loss. Its application in hair replacement surgery has yielded dramatic results-significant coverage in a relatively short amount of time. In this technique, a balloon-like device called a tissue expander is inserted beneath hair-bearing scalp that lies next to a bald area. The device is gradually inflated with salt water over a period of weeks, causing the skin to expand and grow new skin cells. This causes a bulge beneath the hair-bearing scalp, especially after several weeks. When the skin beneath the hair has stretched enough-usually about two months after the first operation-another procedure is performed to bring the expanded skin over to cover the adjacent bald area. For more information about tissue expansion, ask your plastic surgeon for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Inc. brochure entitled, Tissue Expansion: Creating New Skin from Old. Flap surgery: Flap surgery on the scalp has been performed successfully for more than 20 years. This procedure is capable of quickly covering large areas of baldness and is customized for each individual patient. The size of the flap and its placement are largely dependent upon the patient's goals and needs. One flap can do the work of 350 or more punch grafts. A section of bald scalp is cut out and a flap of hair-bearing skin is lifted off the surface while still attached at one end. The hair-bearing flap is brought into its new position and sewn into place, while remaining "tethered" to its original blood supply. As you heal, you'll notice that the scar is camouflaged-or at least obscured-by relocated hair, which grows to the very edge of the incision. In recent years, plastic surgeons have made significant advances in flap techniques, combining flap surgery and scalp reduction for better coverage of the crown; or with tissue expansion, to provide better frontal coverage and a more natural hairline. Scalp reduction: This technique is sometimes referred to as advancement flap surgery because sections of hair-bearing scalp are pulled forward or "advanced" to fill in a bald crown. Scalp reduction is for coverage of bald areas at the top and back of the head. It's not beneficial for coverage of the frontal hairline. After the scalp is injected with a local anesthetic, a segment of bald scalp is removed. The pattern of the section of removed scalp varies widely, depending on the patient's goals. If a large amount of coverage is needed, doctors commonly remove a segment of scalp in an inverted Y-shape. Excisions may also be shaped like a U, a pointed oval, or some other figure. The skin surrounding the cut-out area is loosened and pulled, so that the sections of hair-bearing scalp can be brought together and closed with stitches. It's likely that you'll feel a strong tugging at this point, and occasional pain. AFTER YOUR SURGERY How you feel after surgery depends on the extent and complexity of the procedure. Any aching, excessive tightness, or throbbing can be controlled with pain medication prescribed by your physician. If bandages are used, they will usually be removed one day later. You may gently wash your hair within two days following surgery. Any stitches will be removed in a week to 10 days. Be sure to discuss the possibility of swelling, bruising, and drainage with your surgeon. Because strenuous activity increases blood flow to the scalp and may cause your transplants or incisions to bleed, you may be instructed to avoid vigorous exercise and contact sports for at least three weeks. Some doctors also advise that sexual activity be avoided for at least 10 days after surgery. To make sure that your incisions are healing properly, your doctor will probably want to see you several times during the first month after surgery. It's important that you carefully follow any advice you receive at these follow-up visits. GETTING BACK TO NORMAL How soon you resume your normal routine depends on the length, complexity and type of surgery you've had. You may feel well enough to go back to work and resume normal, light activity after several days. Many patients who have had transplants (plugs or other grafts) are dismayed to find that their "new" hair falls out within six weeks after surgery. Remember, this condition is normal and almost always temporary. After hair falls out, it will take another five to six weeks before hair growth resumes. You can expect about a half-inch of growth per month. FOLLOW-UP PROCEDURES You may need a surgical "touch-up" procedure to create more natural-looking results after your incisions have healed. Sometimes, this involves blending, a filling-in of the hairline using a combination of mini-grafts, micro-grafts, or slit grafts. Or, if you've had a flap procedure, a small bump called a "dog ear" may remain visible on the scalp. Your doctor can surgically remove this after complete healing has occurred. In general, it's best to anticipate that you will need a touch-up procedure. Your surgeon can usually predict how extensive your follow-up surgery is likely to be. To find a plastic surgeon who performs this procedure, visit the online referral service of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). ASPS, founded in 1931, is the largest plastic surgery organization in the world and the foremost authority on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. All ASPS physician members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Index The truth about hair loss The best candidates for hair replacement Hair loss in women All surgery carries some risk Planning your surgery Preparing for your surgery Where your surgery will be performed Types of anesthesia The surgery After your surgery Getting back to normal Follow-up procedures Hair replacement candidates should have some noticeable hair loss with healthy hair growth at the back and sides of the head to serve as doner areas. A tube-like instrument punches round gafts from the donor site to be placed in the area where hair replacement is desired. A tissue expander causes the skin of hair-bearing scalp to gradually expand. When the skin beneath the hair has stretched enough, it is surgically placed over the bald area. During flap surgery, a section of bald scalp is cut out and a flap of hair-bearing skin is sewn into its place. The patterns used in scalp reduction vary widely, yet all meet the goal of bringing hair and scalp together to cover bald areas. The results of hair replacement surgery can enhance your appearance and self-confidence. Contact Us | Privacy | Disclaimer Surgeon Referral Service 1.888.4 PLASTIC All Materials 2005 ASPS/PSEF

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Health Information Health Information Health Information Library Drug Guide Health Videos Classes and Education Informacion sobre la salud e-Newsletter TV Program, Your Health Flu Shot Program Health Plans Topic: Should I treat inherited hair loss with medication? Introduction This information will help you understand your choices, whether you share in the decision-making process or rely on your doctor's recommendation. This Decision Point is for people with inherited hair loss ( androgenetic alopecia ) only. If your hair loss has another cause, talk with your hair professional about your treatment choices. Key points in making your decision Everyone has some hair loss every day. However, for some, hair loss becomes excessive, and treatment with medications may slow hair loss and help to regrow hair. Consider the following when making your decision: You may not get as much hair growth as youexpect. You must take the medications over the long term or anyregrown hair will fall out. Your insurance probably will not coverthe medication, and the medications can be expensive. You may haveside effects not yet known from taking these medications long-term. It may bevery dangerous to take these medications if you are pregnant or if you havecertain health conditions, such as heart problems. You may feelthat the possibility of regrowing hair and feeling better about your appearanceis more important than the limitations of hair loss treatment. Medical Information What medications are available to treat inherited hair loss? Medication for treating inherited hair loss slows thinning of the hair and increases coverage of the scalp by growing new hair and enlarging existing hairs. Currently, medications used to treat hair loss caused by heredity include: Minoxidil . Minoxidil (Rogaine) isavailable without a prescription and is sprayed on and/or rubbed into the scalptwice a day. Finasteride . Finasteride (Propecia),which is available by prescription, is a pill taken once daily. Finasteride hasnot been proven effective in women and is not approved for women by the U.S.Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 1 Finasterideshould never be taken or handled by women who are or may become pregnant,because it can cause birth defects. With these medications, hair coverage tends to improve on the top of the head but not on the forehead area. How effective are these medications in treating inherited hair loss? The effectiveness of finasteride or minoxidil depends on your age and the location of the hair loss. These medications do not work for everyone, and you should not expect to regrow a full head of hair. These medications slow thinning of the hair and increase coverage of the scalp by growing new hair and enlarging existing hairs. However, they need to be taken every day. If you stop taking them, any hair that has grown in will gradually be lost, and within 6 to 12 months your scalp will most likely appear the same as before treatment. Both medications must be taken daily. It may take 6 months of treatment before you see results. Minoxidil Minoxidil slows hair loss and grows new hair. In men, the 5% solution appears to be more effective than the 2% solution, but it costs more and may have more side effects. 2 Minoxidil seems to work best on people younger than 30 years of age who have been losing hair for fewer than 5 years. 3 Finasteride Finasteride is recognized as a successful therapy for inherited hair loss for men. Research reports that it slows hair loss on the scalp and helps regrow hair. 3 One study showed that finasteride may potentially improve hair loss on the forehead, which is usually less likely to respond to treatment than hair loss on the top of the head. 4 However, bald spots will not be completely covered, and visible results may take from a few months to a year. Finasteride has not been proven effective in women and is not approved for women by the FDA. 1 What are the side effects of these medications? Side effects of minoxidil include skin irritation and an itchy scalp. In women, minoxidil may cause facial hair growth, especially on the forehead and cheeks. If you have heart problems, ask your health professional about using this medication. Finasteride should not be taken or handled by women who are or may become pregnant, because it can cause birth defects. Possible side effects in men include sexual problems, such as difficulty getting an erection. What are the disadvantages of taking these medications? The disadvantages of taking these medications for hair loss include: The medications may not work. You should notexpect to regrow a full head of hair. Visible results may take from a fewmonths to a year. You must take the medication every day. If youstop, any regrown hair will fall out, and you may actually end up with lesshair than when you started treatment. The medications are expensiveand usually are not covered by insurance. What are the risks of not taking these medications? There are no risks to your health if you decide not to take medication for hair loss. However, for some people, there may be a risk to their well-being and self-esteem if they feel that hair loss has affected their appearance. The risk of not taking medication is that your hair loss will probably continue. However, medication is not always effective, and hair loss may continue despite treatment with medication. If you need more information, see the topic Hair Loss . Your Information Your choices are: Use medication to help stop hair loss and possibly regrow new hair. Do not use medication to treat hair loss. Have hair transplantation surgery or other surgeries to regrow hair. The decision whether to take medication to treat hair loss takes into account your personal feelings and the medical facts. Reasons to treat hair loss with medication Reasons to not treat hair loss with medication You have begun to lose your hair, and you wish to prevent more hair loss. Regrowing your hair could help your self-esteem and make you feel better about your appearance. Are there other reasons you might want to treat hair loss with medication? Your hair loss doesn't really bother you. You would only be satisfied with a full head of hair. Medications may have serious side effects when taken with other medications or if you are pregnant or have health conditions, such as a heart problem. Any hair regrown with the medications would be lost if you stop taking the medications. You may even end up with less hair than when you started treatment. Medications to treat hair loss are expensive and usually are not covered by insurance. Treatment may not work. Are there other reasons you might not want to treat hair loss with medication? These personal stories may help you make your decision. Wise Health Decision Use this worksheet to help you make your decision. After completing it, you should have a better idea of how you feel about treating hair loss with medication. Discuss the worksheet with your doctor. Circle the answer that best applies to you. My hair loss causes me significant stress or unhappiness. Yes No Unsure I don't want to use medications every day. Yes No Unsure I'm worried about unknown side effects. Yes No Unsure A small improvement in hair coverage would be worth the time and money. Yes No Unsure I am pregnant. Yes No NA* I have a heart condition. Yes No Unsure I can afford to pay for the treatment over the long term. Yes No Unsure I realize that the treatment may not work. Yes No Unsure *NA=Not applicable Use the following spaces to list any other important concerns you have about this decision.           What is your overall impression? Your answers in the above worksheet are meant to give you a general idea of where you stand on this decision. You may have one overriding reason to use or not use medication to treat hair loss. Check the box below that represents your overall impression about your decision. Leaning toward treating hair loss with medication   Leaning toward NOT treating hair loss with medication           Return to the topic Hair Loss . References Citations Springer K, et al. (2003). Common hair loss disorder. American Family Physician , 68(1): 93–102. Olsen EA, et al. (2002). A randomized clinical trial of 5% topical minoxidil versus 2% topical minoxidil and placebo in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology , 47: 377–385. Habif TP (2004). Hair diseases. In Clinical Dermatology: A Color Guide to Diagnosis and Therapy , 4th ed., pp. 834–863. Philadelphia: Mosby. Leyden JJ, et al. (1999). Finasteride in the treatment of men with frontal male pattern hair loss. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology , 40(6, part 1): 930–937. Author: Paul Lehnert Last Updated July 28, 2004 Medical Review: Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine Randall D. Burr, MD - Dermatology © 1995 - 2005, Healthwise, Incorporated, P.O. Box 1989, Boise, ID 83701. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liablility for the decisions you make based on this information. For more information, click here . 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5 Tips for Hair Loss Treatment Web EzineArticles.com Submit Articles Watch the Video -- Members Login Benefits Recent Articles Expert Authors Experts By Location Read Endorsements Editorial Guidelines Author TOS Terms of Service Ezines / Email Alerts Manage Subscriptions EzineArticles RSS Blog Forums About Us What's New Contact Us Affiliates Link To Us Privacy Policy Site Map Search All Options Search Article IDs Search Article Titles Search Articles Search Expert Authors Search Article Keywords Search Article Summary Advanced Search Power Search Email Address: Your Name: Got an Ezine Marketing or Email Newsletter Question? AskChrisKnight.com HOME :: Health-and-Fitness / Hair-Loss 5 Tips for Hair Loss Treatment By John Mancini Article Word Count: 485 [ View Summary ] Comments (0) Hair loss is a frustrating experience for many of the millions of people who are affected by it each year. Many of these people are not prepared for the hair loss when it arrives, they may be younger or they may be women. In any case where hair loss is not expected or welcomed, there is a search conducted for hair loss treatments. 1- The most common hair loss treatment for both men and women is the use of Minoxilil, better known as Rogaine. This over-the-counter solution helps to prevent further hair loss. Minoxilil is available in two strengths, a two percent solution as well as a five percent solution. It is safe for men to use either solution strength, with no side effects. However, it is not recommended for women to use the five percent solution; it has not been proven to be more effective for preventing hair loss, but has been associated with birth defects. 2- Another drug option is to use Propecia; this is only available by prescription written by your physician. Propecia, not only prevents future hair loss, but also has been shown to actually re-grow hair over the course of time. This treatment option has been shown to be affective in both men and women. 3- If you choose to use Minoxilil or Procpecia as a hair loss treatment, it is important to realize that both of these solutions need to be applied on a daily basis to remain effective. Even more important, is the need to understand that if the use of the drugs is suspended, they stop working and hair loss will resume. 4- If the use of drugs as a hair loss treatment is not what you are comfortable with, there are other options. While these do not offer treatment for hair loss purse, they do offer concealment. In this scenario, women have more options than men do, the use of hats, scarves even wigs are a great way for women to cover up their hair loss. If you choose a wig, it is important to find a wig maker who is willing to explain the proper way to care for and extend the life of your wig. 5- Hair loss replacement surgery is an option for a great many people. This procedure involves taking hair follicles from the back of the head (where it doesn't fall out) and replacing them, individually into the hairline at the front of the head. However, this does involve a lengthy recovery period, and hair growth can take up to a year. It may also be necessary to have repeat surgeries as hair continues to fall out, about every two years or so, depending upon your personal situation. John Mancini has been writing about Hair Loss online and offline for a long time. Visit http://hair-loss-home.com or http://hair-loss-expert.info to read more about matters like hair loss treatment and hair loss in woman. 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