While it is considered a predominantly male issue and one of the first big signs of aging, hair loss in women is just as demoralizing, and it happens more often than people realize. There are several different causes, which we will cover, but more importantly, there is a highly effective solution.
Here is everything you need to know about hair transplants for women – how they work, what results you can expect, how they differ from men’s procedures, and how much they cost.
Female pattern hair loss, FPLH, comes in several different forms and can depend on genetics, hair care preferences, and certain illnesses. For instance, androgenetic alopecia is genetically predetermined, while traction alopecia is caused by long periods of wearing tight braids or weaves, which damages the hair follicles.
It can also be a symptom of thyroid disease and hormonal imbalances, but it is not limited to these conditions. It can happen in pregnancy and during menopause or simply as a result of high levels of stress.
The good news is that, whatever type of hair loss they have, women can also get a hair transplant. In fact, clinics like Asli Tarcan offer specialized treatments to help their female patients get their confidence back in a discreet way.
The biggest difference between male and female pattern baldness is that men experience receding hairlines and eventually get bald patches at the back of the head, while women start shedding from the top of their heads.
Because men generally have no issue with shorter hairstyles, the simplest solution is to cut everything down and shave the recipient area for a male hair transplant. However, for most women, their hair is as much a part of who they are as their nose or their eyes, so they feel uneasy at the mere thought of having to cut it off.
Luckily, there are no-shave variations of the classic Follicular Unit Transplantation and the DHI method that allow women to keep their current hairstyle and make it easier to hide the signs of the procedure during the following weeks.
If you choose a reputable clinic like Asli Tarcan, you can expect a comprehensive package included in the price, and this is what you can expect before, during, and after the procedure.
You will have to make a few small lifestyle changes to prepare yourself for the surgery for 3–4 weeks before the scheduled date. You will need to avoid alcohol, smoking, and caffeine, or at least reduce your intake as much as possible, as all these substances can affect the healing process and can make the surgery less effective. Another thing to avoid would be any blood thinners, either prescribed medication, over-the-counter drugs like Aspirin, or plant-based like garlic, ginseng, and ginger. For the last 2–3 weeks before the surgery, don’t engage in any overly strenuous activities and vigorous exercise or sexual intercourse.
Once your plane lands, you will be provided with VIP transport to the clinic, where the doctor will discuss the type of female hair transplant that will work best, how to prepare for the next day, and what you can expect. You will have the surgery on the second day, along with a PRP treatment. The following day, you will receive the second dose of PRP and additional advice on aftercare, along with some products, and the doctor will prescribe the necessary medication. On the last day, you will have the final check-up and will be transported to the airport for your flight home.
During the first week after surgery, it is very important to follow the doctor’s advice to ensure the transplanted follicles are not damaged, e.g., avoiding shampoo and direct sunlight, sleeping with the head elevated, and getting plenty of rest. There will be some shedding between the first and fourth month as the follicles make room for new hair growth, which will be quite prominent by the sixth month. All in all, it will take around 12 months for the full results.
While Follicular Unit Extraction, FUE, is widely used for men, the preferred method for women is usually a no-shave DHI. The donor hair is taken in the same way, one graft at a time, and the donor area, a small part at the back of the head, will be shaved to ensure precision and maximize graft survivability.
However, the recipient area will be left as is, and the follicles will be implanted among existing hair using a special Choi Pen, which allows the surgeon to make a tiny incision and implant the graft in one smooth motion. They are positioned to go with the natural direction of growth, and a large enough number is implanted to ensure good hair density.
The doctors will also follow up on your recovery and progress in the upcoming months, offering any additional advice you may need, and you can schedule additional visits to make corrections or touch-ups if needed.
When compared to the prices of such surgeries in the US, which can go from $7,000 to $15,000, the Asli Tarcan clinic offers an incredibly tempting deal at $3,500 for the entire package, which includes the surgery, travel costs, 4-day stay in a 5-star hotel, VIP transport, and post-op care products.
Many women from the US and different parts of the world have already made their successful recoveries and have only good things to say about the clinic, as you can see in dozens of positive online reviews. The natural-looking results in the before and after pictures truly speak for themselves, and the best part is that they will last a very long time, sometimes even a lifetime, with a bit of care.
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