Hair Transplantation in Women

What is Hair Transplantation in Women?

Generally, hair transplantation in women occurs due to genetic factors, hormonal changes, aging or some health problems. It is preferred to solve the problem of hair loss. This method is usually performed to correct areas with reduced hair volume or sparse areas without significant baldness conditions like in men.

How is Hair Transplantation Performed in Women?

There is no different process for hair transplantation in women. Only, hair loss occurs differently in women. In men, hair loss occurs in larger areas, while in women, it occurs in the form of thinning throughout the hair.

Which Techniques are Used In Hair Transplantation in Women ?

Hair transplantation is a surgical intervention performed to provide natural and permanent hair to people with hair loss. There are different methods in hair transplantation; Sapphire (FUE), Choi (DHI), Painless (Needle-Free) and Unshaven. Unshaven hair transplantation is usually performed with DHI technique for women.

What is Unshaven Transplantation with DHI Technique, How is It Performed?

Unshaven Hair Transplantation with DHI technique is a method that eliminates the need to completely shave the area to be transplanted. It is mainly preferred by men and women with long hair. Follicles taken from the nape area, by opening a window, are transferred to the application area. Unshaven hair transplantation technique is predominantly applied in the temporal areas.

Advantages of Unshaven Hair Transplantation with DHI Technique:

• Channel opening and graft transplantation at the same time
• Non Shaving hair transplantation
• Ensuring rapid healing with little tissue damage
• Hair transplantation with natural angels and desired density
• Being preferred by women in hair transplantation thanks to unshaved method of hair transplantation
• Hair transplantation without any shaving the hair
• Not affect the appearance of women, men with long hair and people in the public eye
• Thanks to unshaven hair transplantation, it is not understood that hair transplantation is performed in sparse areas.

Who Cannot Have Hair Transplantation in Women?

Hair transplantation is contraindicated for pregnant women, women with insufficient donor resources and with chronic diseases (heart, diabetes, liver failure, acomia, eczema, blood pressure and kidney failure) and the process should be continued with the opinion of a specialist doctor.

What Causes Hair Loss in Women?

Pregnancy, stress, genetic predisposition, autoimmune diseases, menopause, thyroid can cause hair loss in women.

How Many Days Does Hair Transplantation Take?

The duration of the hair transplantation can usually vary between 4 and 6 hours depending on the surgical transplantation method, the amount of hair to be transplanted and clinical policies. However, in general, the hair transplant procedure can be planned in one day.

What Are The Points To Be Considered Before Hair Transplantation?

• Stop smoking and taking aspirin 7 days before, and drinking caffeine, green tea and alcohol 3 days before the operation.
• Stop drugs, stimulants and pleasure-inducing substances 7 days before the operation.
• Blood thinners should never be used before the operation. (You can contact us find out what these medications are)
• You should arrange a resting period of 2-3 days following the operation.
• You should be on an empty stomach on the morning of the operation.
• Prefer the buttoned up shirt style clothes when coming to the operation.

What Are The Points To Be Considered After Hair Transplantation?

• Be careful for one week after the hair transplant to not hit or rub your head.
• Do not consume cigarettes, alcohol, drugs, stimulants and pleasure-inducing substances for 7 days after the operation.
• Do not enter the hammam and sauna for 3 months.
• Do not swim in the pool or sea and do not sunbathe for 1 month after the operation.
• After the operation, medicines and lotions given by your physician should be used regularly and in accordance with the hours.
• The physician’s advice and recommendations should be followed and the special shampoo and care products should be used regularly after hair transplantation. Any external shampoo mustn’t be used.
• “Hair Transplantation Training Manual” describes in detail how to use the medicines, the details to be considered such as lying position, ice application and it is given to the patient after the operation.

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