Hair Transplants Specialist

How do hair transplants work?

Hair transplants are a standard treatment option that restores hair loss across any area of your scalp. In a basic sense, the process works by removing small areas of scalp tissue that have healthy hair growth and then implanting them into areas of your scalp where you’ve noticed thinning.

If you associate hair transplantation with the obvious dark spots common among hair transplant patients in the past, you owe it to yourself to learn about advancements in hair transplantation techniques. Today, these treatments can give you a fuller head of hair with no visible signs that you’ve had treatment.

There are several different options for hair transplants. When you come for your consultation, Dr. Polavaram will explain which approaches best suit your needs and goals.

Am I a good candidate for hair transplants?

Hair transplants are a good fit for people who are experiencing the following:

• Androgenic alopecia (pattern baldness)
• Alopecia areata (an autoimmune disease)
• Traumatic scalp injuries or burn injuries
• Thyroid disease

You need areas of your scalp that still have significant hair growth so Dr. Polavaram can harvest enough hair to transplant to other areas. It’s also important that you are in good overall health because your body will need to heal properly for transplantation to be effective.

Finally, it is absolutely critical that you have a full understanding of what to expect from hair transplant treatment. Going into the process with realistic expectations is key to a successful outcome.

What is the recovery process like after hair transplants?

Dr. Polavaram will explain the recovery process in detail prior to your treatment. Following these guidelines is an essential part of a healthy recovery.

You may need to wait a while before you can wash your hair normally. If you have stitches, you might need to return to the office to have them removed. It’s important to give your body a rest after hair transplantation, as your immune system will be in full gear adapting to the repositioned tissue. Dr. Polavaram will advise you when to return to normal activity levels.

To learn more, call the office during normal business hours to book an appointment. Online booking is also an option and is available around the clock.