What to Expect from an Eyebrow Transplant

Eyebrow Transplant for Alopecia: What to Expect

Hair loss or areolar alopecia in the eyebrow area can have uncontrollable causes. The most obvious is scarring, leaving a permanently bald patch and highlighting skin trauma. Medical conditions and stress-related hair loss are also common causes of eyebrow alopecia.

Regardless of the cause, many men and women choose eyebrow transplants. Eyebrow transplantation following alopecia is quick and provides long-term results. This article explains what to expect during an eyebrow transplant and how it restores facial hair.

What should I expect during an eyebrow transplant?

Eyebrow Transplant: The Procedure

The procedure is relatively simple, requiring only local anesthesia and no extended hospital stay. However, precise surgical skill is crucial for good results.

The eyebrow transplantation procedure is similar to scalp procedures: donor hair follicles (typically from behind the ears) are removed using tiny needles, leaving no scars. Each hair is individually implanted using needles just a few millimeters wide. This meticulous process requires skill and experience to ensure each hair is positioned correctly, following the natural direction of other eyebrow hairs and lying flat against the skin. Hairs must be closely spaced for a full, smooth appearance.

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How many grafts are needed for an eyebrow transplant?

Each eyebrow usually needs 250 to 400 hairs for a natural look. The exact number depends on the existing eyebrow and the desired result.

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort. No extended clinic stay is required after the procedure.

What to do before an eyebrow transplant?

Consult a qualified and experienced surgeon for a complete assessment of eyebrow loss and a detailed plan for the desired eyebrow appearance after an FUE or FUT hair transplant. It's important to explore all options and determine the most suitable hair restoration method.

Eyebrow Transplant: Healing and Results

Eyebrow Transplant Healing Period

Recovery is typically quick and painless. Temporary bruising and swelling may occur, but healing is usually straightforward if the doctor's recommendations are followed.

Results of an Eyebrow Transplant

Results are permanent, but the full effect takes time. Immediately after surgery, the eyebrow's shape and density are visible, but many hairs will fall out within fifteen days.

This is normal. New hairs will grow in their place. Full results may take up to 12 months.

Hairs continue to grow after implantation, requiring trimming or cutting, typically once a month, for ongoing maintenance.

Precautions and Side Effects

One potential risk is improper implantation of new hair follicles, possibly requiring another transplant.

Surgical risks include:

• Excessive bleeding
• Nerve damage
• Swelling
• Bruising
• Infection
• Poor healing

Before the procedure, your surgeon will review your medical history. Disclose any health problems, medications, or supplements.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Eyebrow Transplantation

Eyebrow hair transplantation offers natural-looking results due to autologous grafts and may reduce the need for eyebrow makeup.

Disadvantages include a several-month waiting period for full results and the possibility of follicles not producing new hairs, requiring another transplant.

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