Why is the Scalp and Its Health Important in Hair Transplantation?
A critical factor in the success of hair transplantation is the health and durability of the scalp. The new hair follicles implanted in the hair transplant operation can successfully hold on and regenerate hair only if the scalp is healthy.
Scalp problems such as excessive oiliness, itching, acne, sensitivity, dandruff, scabs, eczema and psoriasis can increase the risk of infection after hair transplantation and reduce the chances of the transplanted hair holding. It can also cause the loss of other healthy hair in the surrounding area.
In people with scalp problems, especially when skin problems such as eczema and psoriasis are active, performing the procedure without controlling these problems before and after hair transplantation may negatively affect the success of hair transplantation.
Before hair transplantation, the person’s hair potential should be evaluated during the hair transplant examination, while health history and scalp health should also be taken into consideration.
After hair transplantation, the skin may experience a short-term and temporary healing process due to the trauma during the operation. During this period, it is important to take care of the skin hygiene and hair care with special shampoos.
However, if there are obvious scalp defects and hair transplantation is performed without supporting scalp health, the risk of infection in the donor area and the transplanted area may increase. In this case, the likelihood of the transplanted hair to hold is reduced and may cause loss of existing hair.
Hair transplantation should not be performed when there are active skin problems, especially in skin with psoriasis and eczema substructure. Skin health should be supported before hair transplantation and the procedure should be performed after the lesions have calmed down.
Hair transplantation should also be planned for people with fungal diseases after the treatment is completed. Fungal disease or medications used may have a negative effect on the transplanted hair, so hair transplantation should be considered after full recovery.
For these reasons, optimal skin health before and after hair transplantation is of vital importance for the health and permanence of the transplanted hair. The faster the skin heals after the operation, the more successful the hair transplantation will be.
At Esteworld, hair transplantation is performed by expert plastic surgeons. Our specialist doctors closely follow the developments in hair transplantation. Plans the hair transplantation process individually. Provides maintenance and follow-up care until permanent and natural results are achieved. You can contact us for detailed information about hair transplantation and the process.
