Three benefits of hair restoration surgery

Hair loss is a serious issue for both men and women. Losing one's hair can have a profound impact, affecting self-confidence as well as personal and professional relationships. Recent hair restoration treatments--both surgical and non-surgical--have been developed that can slow the progression of hair loss and, in many cases, replace lost hair.

Two clinically approved non-surgical treatments include the drugs Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar) and Minoxidil (Rogaine). Although these drugs have been proven clinically successful to different degrees, many individuals turn to hair restoration surgery in order to achieve greater results.

Benefits of hair restoration surgery

Hair restoration is not about vanity, but about improving quality of life. There are several reasons people opt for surgical hair restoration, including the following:

1. Increased confidence. When you begin to suffer hair loss, you may also suffer from a lack of confidence. When looking in the mirror, you may see yourself differently. This may may lead you to think others see you differently as well. A blow to your self-esteem can be difficult to handle, but hair restoration can restore the confidence you need.
2. Less worry. Hair loss can also lead to worries about your health, especially if you begin losing hair at a young age. A visit to a hair restoration specialist can help you understand the reasons for your hair loss and rule out any underlying causes, thus easing your concerns about your health.
3. Youthful appearance. Many people believe the younger they look, the more opportunities they can find, both in their personal and professional life. Hair restoration surgery can produce results that put you back on the path toward personal and professional success.

What to expect from hair restoration surgery

Traditionally, the safest and most effective hair transplant surgery involves taking grafts (hair follicles, skin and tissue) from donor sites on the patient's head and transplanting them to the balding region. Typically conducted on an outpatient basis, professional hair transplants may require several sessions to meet the patient's goals.

Unlike other surgeries, hair restoration surgery--in many cases--can provide immediate results. Surgical hair restoration also differs from other transplant operations because the hair follicles traditionally come from the patient's donor sites, not from someone else. Therefore, there are no anti-rejection drugs needed. Although there are other hair restoration procedures available such as hair flaps, scalp reductions or line grafts, most of them are considered outdated and are not recommended by the American Hair Loss Association.

For those ready to take control of their appearance, now is the time. Take advantage of today's advancements in hair restoration techniques by finding the right surgeon for your needs.