NeoGraft Hair Transplants Make Their Way to New York
If you’ve been looking into hair transplant surgery chances
are you already know there are different methods for the actual surgical
procedure. They include FUE, FUT and systems like NeoGraft.
NeoGraft is an automated hair transplant system that makes
it possible to harvest follicles during a FUE transplant in a faster, and more
accurate way than manually extracting or using other tools to try and extract
hair follicles.
Thanks to its ability to work faster and more accurately,
NeoGraft has also been touted for its ability to leave no scars. Traditional
hair follicle extractions from the donor site on the back of the patients head
usually would have a cut along the scalp or scar.
Cosmetic Surgery Associates of New York which owns a plastic
surgery practice in Westchester County, NY has announced it is now offering
hair transplant patients this new tool for even better results with their hair
transplant surgery.
Dr. Christian I. Guzman, one of the board-certified plastic
surgeons at Cosmetic Surgery Associates of New York said, "The NeoGraft
handpiece enables us to remove individual follicles without cutting the skin or
leaving a long scar along the back of the head, as you'd see after a traditional
transplant surgery."
"We chose to bring NeoGraft to our hair
restoration patients in New York for a few reasons," says
board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Joshua A. Greenwald. "It's a fairly
straightforward procedure that's simple for us to perform, and we've seen some
really remarkable results with it. Our patients love that it doesn't leave a
conspicuous scar, so it's a suitable option for men and women who prefer to
wear their hair short."
The NeoGraft can specifically be used in donor areas where
there is thicker hair present - which is typically the back of the head - and
extracts them gently, one at a time for placement in the thinning areas on
other parts of the scalp.
Other reasons for picking NeoGraft system is that it can
quickly and gently remove the follicles so that they remain whole and can
quickly be inserted back to the transplant location - spending less time
outside of the scalp and increasing positive results for the patient.
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Frequently asked questions about hair transplant procedures
How much does a hair transplant cost?
Hair transplants can vary in price based off of the area in the world that you are interested in getting a hair transplant as well as the size of the area where you may need a hair transplant. Experienced doctors in the United States will often charge some of the highest prices for a hair transplant worldwide and this is why so many travelers make the move to other parts the world like Turkey, India, Thailand, Mexico...etc for their hair transplants.
Will a hair transplant hurt?
Although hair transplants may look like a particularly
unpleasant or painful experience is actually very little discomfort involved
with the surgery itself. Hair transplants are always done under an anesthetic so there's absolutely zero pain during the treatment itself. Many people actually relate the process as being very similar to going to the dentist for filling or root canal. Mild pain can persist over the course of postop treatment but he generally just resumes for a few days.
Who can deliver the best surgery?
It's usually best to consider working with surgeons who have and IAHRS certification or international alliance of hair restoration surgeons recognition. IAHRS can often deliver recommendations for the best surgeons in each particular area.
Is this scarring noticeable?
Any type of hair transplant will require the use of incisions throughout the scalp. There can also sometimes be a small scar from the donor area towards the back of the scalp. Asking to look at photos of the surgeon's previous work will help you to see roughly how bad the scarring could be. In most cases an experienced professional can limit the look of scarring and noticeable marks from the surgery.
How long does it take for the hair to grow?
In most cases hair growth will start within eight months and you can start to see a full effect from the hair transplant after a full year. The initial signs of growth can usually start between 3 to 4 months after the surgery.
Are the results permanent?
The hair follicles that are transplanted are generally the ones which are genetically resistant against the symptoms of baldness. As long as you receive hair loss treatment later in your life after the symptoms of balding have started to subside, you can have a better chance at permanent results.
While everyone know you've had surgery?
If you want to limit the chance that people may find out about your surgery it's important to give at least three weeks of healing as the surgical area will be affected and red just after surgery. After around a month of healing it can look far less noticeable. You could consider wearing a hat while time passes or opting for some extra time off if possible.
How long should I rest after surgery?
It's recommended to rest for at least a few days after surgery so that your body can recover. Trenton to over exert yourself and limit sexual activity, running in the gym for around 10 days after surgery.
Is it possible to lose more hair as a result of surgery?
There is always a chance of shock loss which happens when the hair is weak and miniaturizing after the surgery. As long as the surgeon is choosing the correct hair follicles and performing the surgery well it's possible to minimize the chance of this happening however.
Will I need another hair transplant?
The need for another transplant really depends on the individual. With a solid foundation surgery and working to potentially bolster results with drug therapy, you can improve the stability of the hair that was transplanted as well as prevent further loss. Getting a hair transplant early
on in your 20s or early on in life could lead to needing long-term transplants as hair loss can be progressive.
