Are You Afraid of Hair Restoration?

You’re losing your hair. Your doctor has just explained to you that hair restoration is the definite solution to your hair loss. He says that without intervention, you’re probably going to end up looking like your bald uncle. Hair restoration surgery offers hope. Still, you remain hesitant.

But will you let this opportunity to reclaim your hair pass, just because you're afraid of something you have never tried?

Will it be painful?

Fear of pain is the main reason why most people are hesitant to undergo hair transplantation. You may have heard of relatives or friends who previously underwent the procedure, and complained that it "hurt like hell." You should realize, however, that the procedure has drastically changed over the past 4-5 years.

Ronnie Talent, CEO of Legacy Hair Center in Charlotte shares, "I used to work for the worlds largest hair restoration and hair replacement chains, and I’ve seen thousands of men and women go through this”. He adds” Many of the larger practices still use the “old way” of administering the anesthesia, which was sometimes a little uncomfortable.

We use the Pyllo Anesthesia Method, our patients described the pain during the entire procedure as almost non-existent. I’ve heard at most 1, in a scale of 1 to 10."

Using advanced techniques for giving anesthesia, a well-trained hair specialist can ensure your comfort throughout and after the procedure. Before surgery, you may also be given medication to alleviate your anxiety.

Will your friends notice?

The stigma of an ugly hair transplant may be worse than that of a balding head. Perhaps you're worried about colleagues teasing you on your failed attempt at hair restoration. You wouldn't want complete strangers to give you the puzzled look, wondering why you have doll-like hair. Besides, you don't just want more hair. You want a natural hairline, too.

“The most important part of the restoration procedure is the hairline… “ Talent adds.” If you simply need a little more density in the back, many doctors can do that. But if they want an undetectable hairline, they have to see someone who offers advanced frontal and temporal hairline techniques, or they’ll spend their lives having people stare at their hairlines.”

The solution to these concerns is simple: seek an experienced hair loss expert. Do not be misled by large-scale advertisements; they may tell you only half-truths. Try to look for previous clients. Find out if they were satisfied with the outcome and listen to their recommendations. Hair transplantation doesn't just require surgical skill. Your doctor should have the artistic creativity to give you aesthetically pleasing results.

Will you be able to afford the cost?

The cost of hair transplantation varies from one hair loss center to another. The cost will also depend on the number of sessions you require to cover your scalp's balding areas. Your hair specialist will take into consideration your age and the quality of your hair among other factors, and should be able to give you a reasonable estimate.

Do not be ashamed to ask about hair loss options within your budget. An honest hair specialist will explain to you the pros and cons of both surgical and non-surgical hair loss options. Your hair specialist should take the time to answer your questions, and not just push you into getting the procedure.

In the end, it is most important that you trust your hair specialist. Only then will he be able to allay your fears, guide you to reasonable expectations, and give your satisfactory results.