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Hair Replacement or Hair Transplant

Hair Replacement / Hair Transplant

In recent years, many people suffering hair loss have turned to non-surgical hair replacement rather than hair transplant surgery. Hair replacement systems are not the tacky wigs or toupees of the past, they are handcrafted to match your hair colour and density as well as your hair loss pattern. Hair replacement systems can be undetectable and give natural looking results if done correctly. Learn about the advantages of choosing hair replacement systems over hair transplant surgery.

Non-surgical hair replacement

The main advantage of a non-surgical hair replacement is just that - it's non-surgical. The complications of surgery vary from the dangers of anaesthesia, to the risk of infection, to the possibility of scarring. Many patients experience significant pain and discomfort after a hair transplant procedure and are prescribed painkillers. Additionally, some patients experience "shock loss" which is the sudden loss of the newly transplanted hair following surgery and need additional procedures.

With a hair system the risks are less, consisting of shaving an area of your head and attaching a fine mesh to your scalp. The mesh features hairs matched in colour and density to your own natural hair. Other than the very rare allergic reaction to the adhesive, you are not at risk of any medical problems with a non-surgical hair replacement system.

Hair replacement systems guarantee results

With hair transplant surgery it can take six months or longer to see the results you desire in terms of hair density. In some cases of extensive hair loss, surgery may not be possible at all and even if it is, it may never be able to achieve the desired results. However, with hair replacement systems everyone has the opportunity to have a full head of hair again.

Non-surgical hair replacement is reversible

Another advantage of a non-surgical hair system is the safety of having a process that is reversible. If you don't like it, you can quit. Surgery is surgery and is not reversible. If you decide that you are no longer interested in wearing a hair replacement system for whatever reason, you can simply have it removed as it is not permanent.

Hair replacement systems are not reliant on donor hair

Even with the best hair transplant surgeon and the most advanced grafting techniques, only so much can be achieved. Your existing hair from the back of your head and sides must be abundant and in a healthy condition. If you have a limited amount of healthy donor hair follicles remaining, then hair transplant surgery is not the right option for you. In addition, grafts can be placed only so close together, that you might not be able to achieve the hair density or look that you want. On the other hand, with a hair system, you are not depending on donor areas, so the possibilities are endless.

Hair replacement systems have no limits

Non-surgical hair replacement can work for anyone - man, woman or child. It is also a great option for those people who have been severely scarred from hair transplants or burns. Hair replacement is suitable whether you are experiencing hair loss due to heredity factors, medical conditions, chemotherapy or any other reason, and best of all, hair systems have no limits.

Every hair loss solution has its pros and cons, and not one solution works for everyone. But before you make a decision on which hair loss treatment you choose, thoroughly research all options to find the right hair loss solution for you.