By: Fabiola Grosshan
Submitted: 2010-08-26 06:13:54 | Word Count: 356
Receiving a recommendation of alopecia reduction or scalp reduction surgery can be a bit daunting for some prospective patients. The thought of surgery is difficult for anyone to deal with, as there are potential risks in any surgery scenario. The skill of the surgeon performing the procedure is also important to consider. Because hair loss procedures alter features on the face, it is critical that the outcome of the operation be near flawless. Finding a surgeon who has a strong background in plastic surgery, is an experienced surgeon and is a qualified doctor hair loss practitioner is essential to achieving positive results.
A hair loss diagnosis with today’s medical, science and technology capabilities offers exciting possibilities rather than an acceptance of baldness. Gone are the days of treating baldness with only ointments and medications.
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A hair restoration procedure may involve removing sections of the scalp where hair is thinning or the hairline has disappeared. The removed scalp is replaced with skin that is stretched into place because of its incredible elastic properties. The incisions are so accurate that scaring isn’t a problem and the lines created are nearly invisible. The hair restoration procedures are refined enough that a new hairline can be created that is not visible to most onlookers without careful inspection.
The experience of these hair restoration surgeons comes from specialty training in cosmetic surgery, ENT, general medicine, general surgery and dermatology, all before entering into a hair restoration residency program.
The end result for patients is an outcome that is repeatable, along with clearly defined results to help solidify expectations, and ongoing treatment options that will assist the patient even after surgery. Hair loss can continue even after surgery is complete and patients need assurances that the successes achieved through hair replacement surgery can be maintained. One way to achieve this continued support is through hair transplants that can be grafted into sections of the scalp.
