Have an older hair transplant that I didn’t take? Patchy growth or strange looking results? Hair transplant repair could be the fix you need. Of course, not everyone’s transplant goes perfectly, and you might be surprised by how many people choose to have a second or third hair transplant – but what are the warning signs?
What Is Hair Transplant Repair?
Hair Transplant Repair or “Correction” Hair Restoration Hair transplant repair, or “Correction,” refers to a procedure performed to correct issues from a prior transplant that resulted in undesirable results.
This might involve fixing an uneven hairline, plugging in empty spots where grafts didn’t develop, removing old plugs that are visible or enhancing the fullness of the transplanted area.
It’s a more challenging operation as the surgeon will need to work through layers of grafts and scar tissue in the patient and will often be working with a smaller donor area. This highlights how important it is to select the right clinic and surgeon for a repair case.
Common Signs You May Need a Hair Transplant Repair
Don’t know whether you are experiencing something you need to address or whether this is normal? These are some of the most common signs that something went wrong with your previous procedure.
i) Unnatural or too straight hairline – A natural hairline is a bit crooked. If yours is a perfect line over the forehead, it probably was not created the right way.
ii) Visible pluggy or doll-like hair – Earlier techniques used in hair transplants, especially punch grafts, also resulted in thick clumps of dense unnatural appearing hair rather than single hairs.
iii) Patchy/uneven growth – where some areas are good but other areas are thin or no growth at all, this is indicative of poor graft survival.
iv) Visible Scars at the Donor or Recipient Site – Wide scars at the back of the head or cobblestoning (bumpy appearance of the skin) at the hairline indicates that the hair transplant has been performed poorly.
v) Incorrect hair growth direction – Transplanted hair that grows out of alignment can be very obvious and impossible to style.
vi) Very sparse thickness despite complete grafts -If your results still look thin even after full growth (12 + months), then the hair grafts have been placed too far apart.
If you are suffering from any of the above conditions, it’s time to consult a specialist to get a proper diagnosis.
Why Do Hair Transplants Go Wrong in the First Place?
If you understand the causes of bad results then you can make a more informed decision about where to have the repair performed.
The usual causes are:
i) Surgeon inexperienced and unqualified personnel.
ii) Old fashioned FUE – For example, the “old” FUT strip approach or punch grafts.
iii) Inappropriate hair line design without looking at the patient’s age or face.
iv) Low graft survival due to mishandling, storage, or implantation
v) Attending a cheap clinic where shortcuts are taken during equipment use and aftercare.
A hair transplant is a form of surgery that involves both artistry and skill. But when either one is absent, the result is, at best, less than desirable.
How Is Hair Transplant Repair Done?
It all boils down to what caused the initial procedure to fail and the remaining donor hair that is to be used.
In some repair cases, fine or sparse areas need to be filled-in by implanting additional grafts. Other repairs include removing existing plugs and expanding thin areas by implanting the grafts individually. When a scar exists, a specialist can implant body hair grafts to the beard or chest, when there’s inadequate donor hair on the scalp.
The surgeon will examine:
i) The current state of the recipient area
ii) Available donor hair on the scalp
iii) Whether body hair grafts are needed
iv) The most effective procedure to recover a natural appearance
Since each repair is unique, we believe that an in-depth one-on-one consultation must take place before scheduling any work.
How Long After a Bad Transplant Can You Get It Repaired?
When Should You Undergo Repair? To allow optimal results it is best to repair your original grafts after a minimum of 12 months, as this allows time for all the grafts to go into their growth phase and the result to become obvious.
Rushing to correct a result prematurely can inhibit learning about what actually needs to be corrected and allow the scalp time to heal between procedures.
What to Look for in a Repair Specialist?
You should not take any chances in choosing the right clinic for a repair procedure. Repair cases are way more difficult than primary transplant, and not every surgeon has a surgeon skill set for it.
When evaluating a clinic, look for:
i) Not those offering it alongside several other treatments, but only those who do the treatment) Doctors specializing only in hair restoration.
ii) Advanced FUE-based procedures that are capable of follicle-by-follicle placement
iii) Professional “before and after” gallery with references to repair cases only.
iv) A private appointment the surgeon will get your case reasonably earlier than he says the outcomes.
v) Post-op support and post-op follow up support included in the package.
Getting Hair Transplant Repair in Gurgaon at QHT
QHT Clinic specializes in hair transplant in Gurgaon. Our doctors do not divide their time between dozens of different surgical procedures – every doctor here is dedicated solely to hair restoration.
We perform optimized FUE – this means that the most precise tools with powerful magnification glasses are used to treat a hair transplant with gentle handling around existing grafts and scar tissue. Each case is reviewed and the hairline is redesigned for your present age and face shape.
If the results of a past transplant weren’t quite what you wanted, schedule a complimentary consultation with QHT Clinic Gurgaon. Sometimes, a truthful evaluation is the only way to know what needs to be done.
Conclusion
Not all hair transplants turn out well. If you have a hairline that doesn’t look natural, sparse coverage, scars or direction of hair doesn’t follow the rest of your hair, you may be able to restore the hair you paid for. Most hair transplant mistakes are easily fixable, and hair transplant repair is a common procedure.
The secret is to be patient and delay the correction until you are fully recovered from your initial procedure, seek out someone who truly has real expertise in restoration and restoration of the correction and have clear expectations. The right hands and the right plan of action can make a huge difference – it can even make a total transformation.
Medical Review by
Dr. Sandeep
Senior Hair Transplant Specialist
- 25 Years Total Clinical Experience
- QHT Hair Transplant Procedures
- Advanced Hair Restoration
- Hairline Design & Reconstruction
