Hair Loss and Hair Transplant Treatment

Hair changes, including growth rate and thickness, naturally occur over time and with age. Hair loss, which affects millions of men and women, can be a devastating experience, and even if you’ve tried every over-the-counter option, a hair transplant can help you regain your youthful appearance. At Ideal Medical & Wellness, we offer advanced, personalized solutions to help restore your hair and confidence by focusing on stimulating natural hair growth and preventing further loss through hair rejuvenation innovations. Even though a hair transplant is one of the most effective ways to restore lost hair, investing in one is also an investment in yourself.

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What is Hair Loss?

Hair loss can affect just the scalp or body and can be temporary or permanent. It is often the result of heredity, hormonal changes, medical conditions, or a normal part of aging. One or a multitude of these factors can cause changes to the hair. Hair loss is more prevalent in men, but it can also affect women.

Once changes to how the hair grows begin, the hair can take on the look of thin and patchy areas or full-on baldness, which typically refers to excessive hair loss from the scalp. Hereditary hair loss, or androgenetic alopecia, is the most common cause of baldness. However, Hair loss doesn’t always equate to baldness and can manifest differently depending on its cause. Hair loss can appear as gradual thinning on the top of the head or at the temples, a sudden loss of hair, circular or patchy bald spots, and may even present as full-body hair loss.

Symptoms of thinning hair and hair loss aren’t always linked to genetics. Sometimes, hair loss can be hormonally related or caused by a certain medical condition or medications and supplements. Aging is also a cause of hair loss, as is chronic stress, excessive hairstyling or hairstyles that pull tight on the hair, and radiation treatments used for cancer.

What is a Hair Transplant?

A hair transplant is a restorative procedure that takes hair from one place on the scalp where it is abundant and moves it to where it lacks. It offers a permanent solution for thinning hair and areas with significant hair loss.

There are two main types of hair transplant procedures: Follicular Unit Strip Surgery (FUSS) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). FUSS, an older method, involves removing a strip of skin, but it is now less common due to longer recovery times and potential for scarring. With FUE, individual hair follicles are harvested directly from the scalp, allowing for faster recovery and minimal scarring. As the area heals, new hair grows.

We use the ARTAS IX robotic hair restoration device, a minimally invasive hair transplant system that relies on a robot to deliver precise, natural-looking results without a linear scar. Using advanced imaging, ARTAS IX can precisely analyze and dissect grafts from the donor area thousands of times per session and then identify where to transplant them for a seamless hairline.

How Does a Hair Transplant Work?

A hair transplant works by replacing lost hair with new hair for a fuller scalp and hairline. The ARTAS IX system is among the first to use advanced 3D technology to map and customize hairline design. It then uses a high-definition stereoscopic vision system, robotic arm, and ARTAS Artificial Intelligence algorithms to select the strongest and healthiest hair follicles for transplanting. These follicles are harvested with robotic precision and speed to preserve a natural look without linear scarring. The system also creates optimal recipient sites for transplanting the harvested hair follicles. The entire process protects the existing hair while creating a natural look in the donor area and implantation sites.

Robot-assisted hair transplant surgeries are a major advancement in the follicular unit extraction procedure. Overall, the procedure results in:

Increased accuracy of harvesting
Reduced surgery time
Increased survival of harvested follicles
Minimal wounding and no linear scar
No damage to the existing hairs

What are the Benefits of a
Hair Transplant?

The most obvious benefit of a hair transplant is hair where it doesn’t currently exist, but there are other reasons for undergoing a hair transplant, including:

With a robot-assisted hair transplant, you’ll be able to return to your normal daily activities in about one to two days. After one week, you should be back to normal, other than following the recommended post-treatment care and washing instructions as the scalp heals and the transplanted hair grows.

The Results

Every patient is different in terms of results, but overall, you can expect the following with the ARTAS IX robotic hair transplant procedure:

With the treatment, you’ll also notice less shedding, thinning, and bald or patchy spots. New hairs that grow in will be noticeably thicker, and due to the accuracy of the treatment, there will also be no linear scar.

Common FAQs

Who is a Hair Transplant For?

A hair transplant can benefit men and women bothered by a lack of hair, thinning hair, and baldness. Successful treatment requires sufficient healthy donor hair on the scalp for transplantation to thinning or bald areas.

How Much Does a Hair Transplant Cost?

The cost of a hair transplant is best determined through a consultation, during which we can discuss your options and the best treatment plan for you. Call our office today to schedule a consultation.

How long does it take to recover and heal?

Recovery time with the ARTAS IX is drastically less than that of other hair restoration surgeries. Since no incisions are made or stitches are used, the overall healing time is relatively short. Most patients can resume their normal daily activities after a day or two.

Does the ARTAS IX Robotic Hair Transplant procedure hurt?

The procedure is performed as an outpatient procedure and requires only local anesthetic so that you will feel virtually nothing. Some patients experience minor discomfort and swelling post-procedure, which subsides in one to three days.

How long does the procedure take?

Robotic-assisted hair transplant surgery usually takes four to eight hours. During the procedure, you will be made comfortable and can even listen to music or watch a movie.

What makes ARTAS IX different from manual FUE procedures?

The ARTAS IX system uses advanced robotics and AI to select and extract follicular units with unprecedented precision for a higher success rate.

How soon will I see the results?

You may start to see initial hair growth three to four months post-procedure, with more significant results visible after six to nine months as the transplanted hair matures. By the one-year mark, the full results will settle in.

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Ready to transform your hair with care tailored specifically to you? At Ideal Medical & Wellness, we’re dedicated to guiding you toward your best self. Schedule a consultation today and begin your journey to enhanced well-being and vitality.