About Pittsburgh Hair Transplant Surgery
On both men and women, the length, density and fullness of the hair is a significant aesthetic component. Your hairline adds to your appearance, supports your self confidence, and helps to frame and define the face. Hair loss stems from a combination of natural aging and changes in hormones. Hair loss is also often experienced by those with a family history of thinning hair and baldness.
At Dr James Fernau, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa in Pittsburgh, PA; hair transplant surgery – sometimes known as hair replacement surgery – is a process that is unique to each individual hair transplant case. A proper hair transplant procedure relocates healthy hair follicles from the back or sides of the head to the thinning or balding areas at the top of the head. When performed by a professional, the results of hair transplant surgery can appear entirely natural.
Most transplant procedures for patients that desire a change in their hair appearance (or fullness) involve techniques commonly known as punch grafts, micro-grafts, slit grafts, mini-grafts, or strip grafts. Current hair transplant surgical techniques make use of your existing hair – as it is not presently possible to create new hair. Therefore, the goal of the procedure is to relocate existing hair from one area of the scalp to another.
As part of the preparation for the hair transplant procedure, Dr. Fernau will personally evaluate your scalp and hairline, note the availability of donor hair, as well as examine the area in which the grafting will take place. His professional technique is a conservative approach, in which he seeks to find an efficient use for your existing hair where it is available – and expectations are that the resulting hair transplant appears natural and not overdone.
Who May Benefit from Hair Transplant Surgery
Adult men and women with healthy hair growth at the back and sides of the head are common candidates for hair transplant surgery.
Hair transplant surgery is often sought to correct the following issues:
• Thinning hair on both men and women.
• Receding hair on both men and women.
• Male or female pattern baldness.
• Hair loss due to burns, accidents, birth defects.
Recovery Periods for Hair Transplant Surgery
Recovery times for hair replacement surgery vary from patient to patient. All patients receive pre-operative packets and post-operative care instructions for their surgical procedure. To improve your recovery period and minimize any post-operative complications, it is important to fully disclose your medical history with Dr. Fernau during your initial consultation. It is also important for you to discuss any use of medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, and recreational substances. Dr. Fernau may wish to also discuss your physical health and any personal expectations or concerns you may have prior to your procedure.
After hair transplant surgery, patients may expect some mild soreness and numbness in the treatment area. It is normal for these conditions to last a few days. By following Dr. Fernau’s post-operative care instructions, you can mitigate post-operative complications and speed up your healing process.
Special instructions related to your individual procedure, regarding rest, special garments, returning to your place of business (or normal daily activity), sports or other physical activities, and exposure to sunlight and outdoor elements will be provided to you by Dr. Fernau.
For your convenience, Dr. Fernau is available at any time and can even be reached after hours. Each patient is given his personal cell phone number for any questions.
Benefits and Additions
Many patients of Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery and Dr. James Fernau who have received Hair Replacement Surgery have also benefited from Facelift and Forehead Lift procedures. To learn more about these additional procedures, visit our Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery Facelift and Forehead Lift pages and see some of the amazing results achieved by Dr. Fernau’s patients.
When you consider cosmetic surgery in Pittsburgh, think of Dr. James Fernau and the Pittsburgh Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa.
Learn More About Hair Transplant Surgery
For more information about Hair Replacement Surgery and other procedures, we invite you to call us at (412) 446-0391 – Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm – to schedule an appointment. You may also use the Contact Form page to send us a message.
