9 Things to Know About Beard Transplantation

The Beard: Long or Short, a Symbol of Beauty

For many, the beard is a symbol of masculinity and beauty. For others, it represents the freedom to shave daily. While a generation ago, beards were a rarity, we have since raised a generation of men who let their beards reach new lengths.

 

But what if you can't grow a beard? Maybe your genes aren't in your favor, or perhaps you've been injured and your skin is no longer able to support a beard. Can you still enjoy a beard? The answer is yes if you consider a beard transplant. Beard transplants have evolved to the point where transplanted hair looks and feels natural; after all, you're using your own hair.

 

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What Does a Beard Transplant Look Like?

Most beard transplants are performed using a technique called Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT). The doctor makes small incisions in the beard area that determine the direction and growth pattern of your beard. The source hairs are then placed in these incisions. Only local anesthesia is required.

 

Types of Beard Transplants

As mentioned, the most common procedure used for beard transplants is Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). The surgeon extracts individual hairs (in their follicles) from a donor area and grafts them where you want your beard to be fuller.

 

The procedure takes 2 to 5 hours and leaves only small, round scars where the hair follicles were removed. Some clinics prefer a manual approach, while others use mechanical techniques. This type of graft has a faster recovery time than other options, and most people who undergo it experience little to no discomfort.

The other type of beard transplant is Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT). The surgeon removes a strip of tissue from another area, sutures the wound, and transplants the hair. This leaves a long but very fine scar.

 

Although FUT takes a little longer for both performance and healing, it generally yields a fuller beard as more hairs are transplanted overall.

 

Where Do the Transplanted Hairs Come From?

To achieve denser hair, the hair to be implanted comes from your own scalp, specifically from the back of the head where it is most abundant and bears similarities to beard hair. This allows the cosmetic surgeon to use the most appropriate source for grafting and avoids complications related to the color, consistency, and texture of the beard.

 

How Long Does the Process Take?

A complete beard transplant can take up to eight hours, and the healing and growth time for a full beard can take several weeks.

 

What Happens After the Surgery?

Your transplanted hairs will begin to fall out 15 to 30 days after the surgery. But that's a good thing: your new beard follicles are preparing for a growth spurt. In about 90 days, your beard will have finished growing, and most of the hair follicles will have settled. About four months after the surgery, your beard begins to be covered; in about nine months, you'll be able to grow a full beard.

 

Are There Any Risks or Side Effects?

As with any surgery, there is a risk of infection and bleeding during a hair transplant, but this remains rare. It is also possible for hair follicles to become infected and inflamed. There is also a risk of scarring at the source, although most hair covers this area over time. Results may vary, so be realistic about your expectations.

 

What to Expect Before and After Beard Transplantation

Before the Beard Transplant

Before the surgery, it's necessary to take certain precautions, such as not consuming aspirin-containing medications for 10 days before the transplant. Furthermore, it's important that you don't take any anti-inflammatory medication or consume alcohol in the three days preceding the procedure.

 

To improve healing after a beard transplant, it is advisable to take one vitamin C tablet per day for a week before the operation.

Avoid caffeine on the morning of your beard transplant. This can increase bleeding and sensitivity to medication.

 

After the Beard Transplant

There are some side effects associated with beard transplantation, but nothing serious. They may include:

  • Mild bruising
  • Swelling
  • Sensitivity at donor and recipient sites
  • Ingrown hairs
  • Redness

Small scabs form around the newly transplanted hairs. If the scabs last more than a week, you can contact your surgeon. Many surgeons advise against washing your face until the scabs have fallen off.

The doctor may prescribe an antibiotic that prevents infection in the donor area. You may also receive antibiotic ointment to apply.

 

Beard transplantation generally causes little to no pain. Visible signs of the procedure usually fade within a week, and you can resume shaving a week to ten days after the transplant.

 

Are You a Good Candidate for a Beard Transplant?

As long as you have healthy hair on your scalp, a beard transplant is a viable option to achieve your facial hair goals. Many men with male pattern baldness are interested in the beard transplant process, but their options are more limited. Be aware that this procedure is somewhat expensive and is not always covered by insurance.

 

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