Beard Transplant

Today; beard is used as an indispensable accessory for men just like hair. Especially after the new fashion trends, the number of applications for beard transplantation has increased considerably in the last 5 years.

So why do some people have little or no beard growth? How to grow a beard? Does beard transplantation really work? Does it look natural? Let's read..

Why Doesn't Beard Grow?

Young friends who rub garlic on their faces to grow or thicken their beards, who shave their beards with a razor, who pour some lotions or creams on their faces every night before going to bed! First of all, calm down and wait until you are at least 21 years old. Beard growth in men continues until the age of 21 on average (this figure may vary for some people, check how old men's beards grow in your family). So don't worry if you are not yet 21 and your beards are less than you would like them to be, just give them a little more time.

If you are over 21 and your beard has not grown or is sparse, the most common reasons for this can be listed as follows:

If the cause is due to hormone imbalance, diseases or medications, treatment methods are primarily aimed at eliminating these effects. For example, a deficient testosterone hormone can lead to sparse beard growth, and testosterone hormone supplementation can strengthen the beard. Similarly, treating the diseases that cause thinning of the beard also yields positive results.

However, if there are physical effects such as genetic reasons, burn injuries, the only solution is beard transplantation.

Contrary to popular belief, external creams and oral medications cannot cause new beard growth. With such approaches, it is possible to strengthen and thicken the existing beard hair.

What is Beard Transplantation?

Beard transplantation is defined as the transfer of hair follicles coded not to fall out to the empty beard area.

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How Is Beard Transplantation Done?

Beard transplantation is performed with a method also used in hair transplantation called FUE (follicular unit extraction). In this method, just like in hair transplantation, hair follicles (grafts) coded not to fall out are taken one by one from the donor area located between the two ears at the back of the head. These follicles are placed in the empty beard area by adjusting their angles one by one.

Beard transplantation requires a little more precision than hair transplantation. This is because the tissue in the facial area is more sensitive and soft.

However, the healing process and result is faster in beard transplantation compared to hair transplantation. The reason is the higher vascularization and blood flow in the facial area.

Who Can Have a Beard Transplant?

In order to have a beard transplant, the puberty period must be completed. Because beard growth and structure continues until the end of puberty. Healthy men over the age of 21-22 may be suitable for beard transplantation.

How Many Hours Does Beard Transplant Take?

The beard differs according to the area to be transplanted. Since the area is narrower in regional transplants, the operation time is shorter. However, the duration is longer in large areas.

Will I Feel Pain During Beard Transplantation?

Before the beard transplantation, local anesthesia is applied to the donor area where the roots will be taken and the area to be transplanted. No pain or ache is felt during the operation. With this method, the person is fully conscious.

In addition to local anesthesia, general sedation can also be applied for those who wish. We also offer our patients the option of painless anesthesia. In this method, the anesthetic is administered under the skin with pressure instead of a needle. In this way, patients do not feel pain during the application of anesthesia.

What is the Recovery Process After Beard Transplantation? Do Permanent Scars Occur?

After beard transplantation, scabs in the form of dots are observed in the transplanted area. For 1 week after the operation, the beard is washed as described to the patient and the scabs completely fall off and heal within 7-10 days.

No permanent scarring occurs.

What is the Recovery Process After Beard Transplantation? Do Permanent Scars Occur?

How Long Does It Take To Go Back To My Daily Life After Beard Transplantation?

After the beard transplantation operation, there is no physical condition that will prevent the person from returning to his daily life.

What Should I Pay Attention to After Beard Transplantation?

The first 3 days after beard transplantation is the most sensitive period for the roots to consolidate and take hold. During this period, the person should protect the transplanted area against physical damage, should not lie on it while sleeping and should pay attention to their nutrition (especially avoid smoking and alcohol).

When Do Transplanted Beards Grow?

2-3 weeks after beard transplantation, the transplanted hairs fall out, do not panic. It starts to grow again in 1-1,5 months. Within 3 months, a significant increase is observed and at least 6 months should be waited for definite results.

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