Hair restoration has two basic forms – medical and surgical restoration. Both drugs and surgery help regrow lost hair on the scalp. The treatments work well for those who are already bald and those who have thin hair.
Hair restoration surgery is a procedure to move follicular units from the donor area to the recipient area. This surgery has traditionally been used for the treatment of male pattern baldness, and it has become popular for the treatment of female pattern baldness. The surgery is based on the genetics of hair growth. Hair restoration restores confidence and self esteem, but unfortunately hair restoration and hair transplantation procedures are not cheap.
Hair restoration procedures can be performed by any licensed physician without special preparation. It is necessary to be very selective in choosing both a physician experienced in hair restoration and a hair restoration clinic where the procedures for hair loss will be carried out with the most advanced tools and up to date techniques. Hair restoration can also be used to treat hair loss caused by scars, burns, radiation therapy and infections. Surgery can be performed during a cosmetic procedure such as a facelift or brow lift.
Laser hair restoration
Laser hair restoration is based on the idea that low level laser light can revitalize hair follicles. It is a treatment using a variety of lasers light. It is not about chemicals and does not burn or cut through the skin. The treatment is meant to improve blood flow to hair follicles and promote growth. Laser hair restoration can be used to treat hair loss in women or men.
Hair restoration cost
Hair restoration costs vary for different treatments. The surgical procedure can run anywhere from $2,500 up to $6,000 and can sometimes cost as much as $10,000 in special cases. Hair grafts used in the restoration procedure usually cost from $3 to $8 each, and you may need hundreds or thousands of grafts depending on the extent of the baldness.
Extreme or direct sun exposure can damage the growing hair grafts, so patients should avoid direct exposure to the sun for about six months. Hair restoration surgery is not something most people think of doing overnight. That is why we educate our patients about the possible cost of a hair transplant and ensure that they know enough about it.
