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How does a hair transplant work? Your ultimate guide

By May 17, 2022October 18th, 2023Hair transplants
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At Europe Surgery, we transform people’s confidence through a hair transplant.

How does a hair transplant work?

This is everything you need to know about understanding how a hair transplant works, including:

What is a hair transplant?

A hair transplant is the process of moving and adding hair follicles to your scalp. It’s often performed to treat hair loss which can be due to an injury, a condition or simply personal choice.

A hair transplant procedure should be done by a qualified surgeon who uses a local anaesthetic. It means you won’t feel any pain throughout the operation.

There are 2 methods. One is through follicular unit excision (FUE). The second is FUT (follicular unit transplantation). You can learn more about the difference between FUT vs FUE.

How does a hair transplant work?

There are 7 stages of how a hair transplant works.

  1. Hair follicles are harvested from different parts on your scalp
  2. A special punch tool is inserted around each hair follicle from the back or side of your head
  3. An incision is made around the hair follicle with the punch
  4. Hairs are gently removed, not damaging the area
  5. Extracted hairs are harvested and prepared for transplant
  6. Tiny needle-sized impressions are made in the areas of the scalp where the follicles will be transplanted
  7. Your hairline has been created and will grow beautifully

Check out these visual steps of how a FUE hair transplant works.7 steps of how a hair transplant works

 

Do hair transplants work?

Yes, hair transplants work for lots of men and women. You can view some hair transplant before and after pictures to see the amazing impact the operation can have.

Does a hair transplant hurt?

No. A qualified surgeon should use a local anaesthetic before the operation. That means you won’t be in any discomfort or pain throughout the operation.

Do hair transplants for women work?

Yes. Lots of women often have a hair transplant with Europe Surgery and see lots of benefits, including:

  • Boost in confidence
  • Far less bald patches
  • Natural appearance physically
  • Improved self-esteem overall

How long does a hair transplant last?

The results of a hair transplant can last years. In fact, they often last for 20 years. It can be more in some cases. If you’re on medication to reduce the effects of hair loss, this will help as well.

Patient aftercare and recovery after a hair transplant

The scars that can appear after step 4 heal in days and your new hairs grow back within weeks. Your surgeon should also be able to advise you on a full course of recovery.

It’s important that your new hair grafts are cared for correctly. Your surgeon can explain exactly how best to take care of your hair post surgery in full detail.

We would advise to:

  • Avoid scratching your scalp – this will be too harsh for your hair
  • Rub your hair with a towel after washing it – just let it air dry instead
  • Wear a hat when you’re outdoors – so the sun doesn’t affect it post surgery
  • Avoid excessive exercise for 2 weeks – otherwise there may be scarring

There may be some minor side effects. But your surgeon will be able to provide details and reassure you on this.

Who can have a hair transplant?

People with hair follicles in good health can have a transplant because their hair will remain healthy post operation

Men who suffer from baldness often choose to have a transplant. In fact, over 50% of men older 50 suffer from androgenic alopecia, or baldness.

How much does a hair transplant cost?

It can be as affordable as £2,400 with Europe Surgery. This is how much a hair transplant costs in detail.

How to find the right hair transplant clinic

Choose a qualified surgeon if you’re investing in a hair transplant operation.

Our surgeon became qualified over 20 years ago, and has a prestigious award from the USA.

Watch this very short video now to hear from Dr Marwan Saifi himself.

Reviews

When patients choose a hair transplant in Poland with Europe Surgery, they’re generally pleased with the results. You can check out lots more hair transplant before and after pictures.

FAQs about how FUE works

Do hair transplants work?

Yes. The hair transplant procedure is often much more effective than the hair restoration products you can buy over the counter.

How do they do hair transplants?

If you’re wondering how hair transplant works, there are several stages in a hair transplant procedure. It starts with harvesting the hair follicles from your scalp. Your new hairline will grow beautifully over time.

How long do hair transplant last?

A hair transplant can last a long time, up to 10 years in lots of cases. You can find out more about how long a hair transplant lasts here.

What are the hair transplant stages?

There are 7 stages to a hair restoration surgery.

  1. Hair follicles are harvested from different parts on your scalp
  2. A special punch tool is inserted around each hair follicle from the back or side of your head
  3. An incision is made around the hair follicle with the punch
  4. Hairs are gently removed, not damaging the area
  5. Extracted hairs are harvested and prepared for transplant
  6. Tiny needle-sized impressions are made in the areas of the scalp where the follicles will be transplanted
  7. Your hairline has been created and will grow beautifully
Can you get hair implants UK?

You can get hair implants in the UK. Another name for hair implant surgery or the hair implant procedure is hair transplantation surgery. But hair implants cost can vary across the world. For example, hair transplant cost in Sweden can be much more expensive than hair transplantation surgery in Poland.

In Sweden, 1,000 grafts can cost SEK 39 000, which is roughly £3,108.44. Whereas, how much is hair transplant surgery in Poland? For 1,000 grafts with our surgeon, it’s just over £2,000, saving you £1,000.

How much do hair implants cost in the UK?

Hair implant surgery in the UK can cost up to £10,000, according to the NHS. But travelling to Poland for surgery can be much cheaper. Hair transplant surgery there can be as cheap as £2,400 when you choose us.

How does FUE hair transplant work?

FUE hair transplant is follicular unit extraction. It’s one of the modern types of hair transplantation surgeries.

Does FUE hair transplant work?

Yes, FUE hair does work. We have lots of happy patients after they’ve had their FUE surgery with us.

Does hair transplant hurt?

No. Hair transplants don’t hurt if you choose the right surgeon. Make sure the surgeon you choose has the right qualifications and experience to do the hair transplantation surgery.

Also check the surgeon’s testimonials. Take a look at what other previous patients say about their experience with the surgeon. Are they happy with their results?

You can check out some before and after images of our patients after they’ve had their hair implant surgery.

If you’re worried about any pain during the surgery, you can ask our hair transplant surgeon, Dr Marwan Saifi: do hair transplants hurt? He will reassure you that the procedure is relatively painless and you will be well looked after.

Can you get hair transplants for men?

Yes, you can get hair transplants for men. Hair transplants and implants refer to the same topic. We perform hair transplants on men and women of varying ages.

Can you get hair implants for men?

Yes, you can get hair implants for men. A hair implant is the same as hair transplant. It’s another name for it.

Can it help prevent future hair loss?

It can help future hair loss from the newly transplanted hair, which is what lots of people love about the process of follicular unit strip surgery.

They get new, healthy hair after their follicular unit extraction fue. But it won’t prevent the non-transplanted hair from hair loss.

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