One of the common concern for the patients is whether they can get hair transplant in Punjab on scar tissue. In simple words, the answer is ‘yes’ and there are certain factors which determine this situation. But let’s first see how the procedure is performed.

Procedure

During the hair transplant surgery, either FUE or FUT method is used. In FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) the hairs follicles are taken one by one and then they are transplanted on the affected area. In FUT, (Follicular Unit Transplant) the strip of hair is taken from the back of the scalp and then the strip is transplanted where hair growth is very less. No doubt, both of the methods are effective and they help in achieving natural results also.

In case of scar tissue, when the grafts are transplanted more space is given between them as compared to normal. Before the surgery, the patient is given anesthesia so that he does not feel any pain and the entire process goes smoothly.

Factors That Determine The Surgery

The Thickness of the Scar

In some cases, the scar is very thick and duet to this, it might affect the ability of new hair growth in the scar. Different techniques are used so that the thickness of the scar is improved so that it can receive the new hair follicles. Sometimes, the surgeon uses steroid injections and reduce the scar by removing some nits of the scar which can make it more than. In this way, hair follicles can be transplanted easily and in a better way.

The Thinness of the Scar

It might be quite surprising but sometimes the scar is very thin which affects the transplantation process. In medical term, it is known as ‘atrophy’. This type of scar is sometimes very challenging to transplant the new hair follicles. But a number of techniques are used to improve the growth of scar.

Blood Supply to the Scar

The surgeon will first check the blood supply to the hair follicles. Sometimes the blood flow is reduced to the scalp to that specific area and it affects the chances of a successful procedure. For this, pre-operative and post-operative techniques are used so that blood flow can be improved so that the results are effective also. The doctor might recommend you minoxidil.

Results

On average, the results of the surgery are successful and the patients are also satisfied with the results as the scar is less visible. You might have to visit the for multiple sessions to get the most effective results. It is important that you follow your doctor advise to achieve outstanding results.