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Hair transplantation (transplatacija kose) is becoming an increasingly popular procedure, with more and more people opting for it each year. When it comes to hair transplantation, the experiences of those who have undergone the procedure are generally very positive. Although hair transplantation is much more popular among men, it is also successfully performed on women who have needs and desires for it.

Whether hair loss is caused by genetics, aging, or as a result of hormonal changes – hair transplantation is an effective solution to completely restore this loss.

We have investigated what hair transplantation is, how it looks, and how hair transplantation is performed, and we present everything about this aesthetic procedure to you below.

What exactly is hair transplantation?

Simply put, hair transplantation is a procedure in which a plastic surgeon transplants hair from a donor area where it exists to a place where it is missing. Most often, the hair that the surgeon transplants is taken from the sides or the back of the head and “planted” in the middle of the crown.

Hair transplantation is performed in an operating room under local anesthesia.

This procedure has been around since the 1950s, but, of course, it has significantly advanced and developed from its inception to today.

Although there are many supplements on the market, as well as shampoos, oils, and products that can stimulate hair growth to a lesser or greater extent – hair transplantation is the only one that guarantees results and where results are visible immediately.

Who are good candidates for hair transplantation?

Hair loss, which can result in complete baldness, is also known as alopecia. Most often, men suffer from hair loss, and its cause is generally hereditary factors, as well as hormonal changes and stress.

Additionally, hair loss can be influenced by various medical conditions, as well as medications and therapies used for treating cancer, arthritis, depression, heart medical problems, and high blood pressure.

Hair loss is also influenced by diet and stress.

Given that men are those who more frequently experience hair loss, it is not surprising that middle-aged men are the most common candidates for hair transplantation.

Here are the good candidates for hair transplantation:

• Men experiencing hair loss, i.e., men who are balding,
• Women with thinning hair,
• Anyone experiencing hair loss,
• Anyone with enough hair for transplantation.

Hair transplantation is not recommended for people who:

• Form keloid scars after surgery or injury,
• Do not have enough hair for transplantation,
• Have hair loss due to medication, such as chemotherapy.

How does hair transplantation look?

Before we describe how the entire hair transplantation procedure looks, it should be noted that there are two methods, i.e., two types of hair transplantation.

Before the hair transplantation procedure begins, both types of transplantation involve an initial visit to a doctor who specializes in hair transplantation and aesthetic surgery in general, and a discussion with him about how the hair transplantation will look, what side effects there are, and what effects to expect from the transplantation.

Although the best description of the techniques will be given by a specialist surgeon, we will also briefly present these procedures to you.

DHT Hair Transplantation

DHT stands for direct hair transplantation, which already says a lot about how this hair transplantation technique works.

This method gives the extracted hair the best chance of survival because the hair is kept out of the body for the shortest possible time before being transplanted to the desired location. So, the “pulled” hair is transplanted as quickly as possible using DHT transplantation.

The procedure uses specialized patented implants that insert hair using “No root touch” technology. This reduces mechanical damage.

After transplantation, there are no scars or pain, and the appearance is natural.

AHT Hair Transplantation

AHT hair transplantation method was developed by improving the FUE method, and later the DHI method, as well as following the latest trends and advancements in this field.

AHT hair transplantation technique is completely painless, and this is its greatest advantage. Additionally, it provides natural results and does not leave any scars after transplantation.

FUE technique, which we mentioned, was quite painful for the patient, and swelling, sutures, and unnatural appearance were always part of the results of this procedure.

This transplantation technique is performed with a specialized tweezer that allows successful extraction of hair follicles from the root, while leaving no damage. The follicle is either placed in the implantor immediately or stored, depending on the skin type and extent of the procedure.

Recovery after hair transplantation

Typically, recovery from hair transplantation lasts only a few days, and its duration mainly depends on the extent and intensity of the transplantation. The patient is usually allowed to go home the same day as the procedure.

Pain is the biggest “consequence” of the procedure, but it is usually of low intensity. After the procedure, the surgeon may prescribe painkillers, antibiotics to prevent potential infection, anti-inflammatory medications, and possibly drugs to stimulate hair growth.

The surgeon will provide the most precise instructions on how the patient should behave during recovery, and will likely recommend the following:

• Hair should be washed only a few days after the surgery, preferably with gentle shampoos,
• After three days, the patient should be able to return to regular activities,
• Physical activities should be avoided for a few weeks,
• Caps, hats, headbands, hairpins, or scarves should not be worn on the head for a certain period.

Certainly, recovery after this procedure is not demanding or long, and there is no need for visiting healing spas, as is the case after some surgical procedures.

What are the effects of hair transplantation?

When it comes to hair transplantation, experiences are generally very positive.

There is no doubt that this is the most effective and fastest way to address the aesthetic problem of hair loss or thinning. Here are the effects of transplantation, i.e., facts about how the transplanted hair will behave in the future:

• From 10% to 80% of the transplanted hair will fully grow and recover within the next three to four months,
• Like other hair, the transplanted hair will thin over time.

Hair transplantation is not recommended for everyone, it will have the best effects for people who suffer from naturally occurring hair loss and for individuals who have enough hair for transplantation.

Results of transplantation in aesthetic terms can vary. As with any aesthetic or medical procedure, it is recommended to choose a surgeon with the best reputation and to thoroughly research the experiences of previous patients.

There is no doubt that the results of this aesthetic procedure can positively impact the patient's self-confidence who chose it, so it is recommended for anyone with a problem with hair loss to consider.