Plastic surgery related to the hair typically involves procedures to address issues related to hair loss, hair restoration, and improving the appearance of the scalp. Here’s a brief explanation of the hair part of plastic surgery and some common procedures it can include:
- Hair Transplantation: Hair transplantation is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of healthy hair follicles from one part of the body (usually the back of the head) and their transplantation to areas with thinning or balding hair. The two primary methods of hair transplantation are Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE).
- Scalp Reduction: Scalp reduction is a surgical procedure that involves removing a portion of the bald scalp and stretching the surrounding hair-bearing skin to cover the area. It is typically used for larger bald areas.
- Scalp Micro-Pigmentation (SMP): SMP is a non-surgical technique that involves tattooing the scalp with tiny pigmented dots to simulate the appearance of a closely shaved head or create the illusion of denser hair.
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy: PRP therapy involves the injection of a concentrated form of the patient’s own blood platelets into the scalp. It is believed to stimulate hair growth and improve the health of existing hair follicles.
- Laser Hair Therapy: Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a non-surgical treatment that uses lasers or light-emitting diodes to stimulate hair follicles and promote hair growth.
- Hairline Lowering (Forehead Reduction): This procedure involves surgically lowering the hairline to reduce the size of the forehead and create a more balanced facial appearance.
- Eyebrow Transplant: Similar to hair transplantation, this procedure involves the transplantation of hair follicles to enhance or reshape the eyebrows for those with thin or sparse eyebrows.
- Hair Loss Medication and Topical Treatments: While not surgical, plastic surgeons may also recommend and prescribe medications and topical treatments to help manage hair loss and promote hair growth.
These procedures are designed to address various forms of hair loss, improve hair density, and enhance the appearance of the hair and scalp. The choice of procedure depends on the specific type and extent of hair loss, as well as the patient’s goals and consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon or hair restoration specialist.