Revision Hair Transplant In Seattle

Hair transplant surgery remains one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed on men—though many women also undergo hair transplantation. The hair transplant surgery results are permanent because the donor hair is resistant to DHT—the hormone that causes male pattern baldness. Revision surgery may be necessary in rare cases due to unexpected results, poor healing, or other unforeseen circumstances. When considering a revision hair transplant, finding an experienced provider who offers state-of-the-art equipment for precise and modern results is important. Allure Esthetic Plastic Surgery provides the best revision hair transplant in Seattle.

A revision hair transplant usually refers to an unplanned secondary hair transplant surgery performed at any point after the original surgery. Considering the final results of a hair transplant generally take over one year to appear, revision surgeries rarely happen before then. The technique used for this revisional surgery will vary but is likely to be the same or similar to the first surgery.

Patients should consider the benefits and risks of a revision hair transplant before opting for the surgery. Dr. Sajan can help patients determine if they are good candidates for the surgery and give them a good idea of the results they can expect. Possible benefits of hair transplant revision include:

• Increased hair density
• More natural-looking results
• Improved hairline shape or density
• Remove dead or ineffective transplanted follicles
• Enhanced aesthetics
• Younger appearance
• Further correction of a receding hairline and male pattern baldness
• General anesthesia is usually not required
• May use fewer grafts in comparison to the original surgery
• Minimal downtime and recovery
• Permanent results
• Performed by an expert hair transplant surgeon

Like the first surgery, risks do apply to the revision. Major complications from hair transplant surgery of any kind are rare and exceptionally unlikely. Possible risks include:

• Infection
• Poor healing
• Too much thinning in the donor site
• Unsatisfactory result
• Severe or prolonged side effects
• Folliculitis

A patient may seek a revision hair surgery for several possible reasons. Dr. Sajan reviews a patient’s reasons for seeking a revisional hair transplant surgery. This will help him understand the goals of the procedure and help identify the right hair restoration technique for that patient. Below is a run-down of some common reasons patients may seek a revision hair transplant in Seattle.

Unnatural Result

An unnatural result can occur in many different ways and for various reasons. Firstly, an inexperienced surgeon may transplant the hair follicles backwards which can lead to it growing opposite to the natural pattern. This happens most often during manual FUE procedures. During the recovery period, a patient may inadvertently damage the transplanted follicles if they do not follow their surgeon’s instructions. Other times, an unnatural result may occur randomly—not due to error on the surgeon’s or patient’s part—which can present as patchiness, asymmetry, or it was simply the best technique used at the time.

Low Density

Whether due to poor planning or chance, sometimes the transplanted grafts are not enough to create natural-looking hair density. Usually, this can be addressed by performing another hair transplant procedure to increase the density of the transplanted area. Dr. Sajan may be able to tell patients if they initially will need more than one procedure to achieve the density they desire.

Irregular Hairline

Hair transplant surgery may involve reconstructing the natural hairline. To prevent unnatural results, the hairs should be transplanted precisely and not in a perfectly straight line. If the original surgery was not performed precisely or did not follow the natural hairline, it may come out looking unnatural. Sometimes, shock loss or other factors can play into the formation of an irregular hairline. Luckily, Dr. Sajan can perform a revisional hair transplant to fix the hairline and create one that better matches the patient’s original hairline and that fits their gender identity.

Dr. Sajan can use various methods of hair restoration during a revision hair transplant. The most frequently used method is some form of FUE, but depending on the patient’s needs and concerns, Dr. Sajan may recommend other techniques. Regardless of the chosen method, patients usually do not require full sedation under general anesthesia, though topical numbing is applied.

Non-Surgical

Non-surgical hair restoration can help patients maintain and enhance their hair transplant results. If a patient is seeing only mild thinning or wants to improve their density (but has otherwise good density), non-surgical hair restoration such as applying minoxidil, injections of growth factors, or low-level laser therapy. These methods are often applied with traditional hair restoration surgery and patients may continue to use them throughout their life.

FUE

Follicular unit extraction, or FUE, uses a punch method to extract hair follicles and then they are carefully transplanted into the scalp in the areas of loss. This can be performed manually by the surgeon or automated with a robotic hair transplant. Either way, the procedure is monitored and fully controlled by the surgeon. Robotic hair transplant can offer a great option for revision surgery, especially when addressing the hairline.

PFUE

PFUE—the newest form of the FUE technique—uses advanced equipment to identify and extract the ideal follicles for transplantation. This helps increase survivability. PFUE also helps harvest the follicles with less trauma to the area and then precisely transplants it based on the patient’s unique anatomy and desired results.

Is A Second Hair Transplant Worth It?

In many cases, it is. However, it is important to identify and analyze the problem, potential solutions, and the ideal results. Achieving the best possible results may not be possible in all cases. Ultimately, it is best to evaluate personal reasons for seeking revisional surgery and then discuss the procedure with Dr. Sajan.

From the standpoint of people who undergo a second hair transplant, the procedure often does help improve or enhance results significantly.

Do Most People Need A Revision Hair Transplant Eventually?

No, hair transplant results are permanent. With that said, hair loss may still occur with age and for varying reasons. This hair loss cannot always be addressed with hair transplantation. Patients who undergo hair transplants can enjoy natural hair that is no longer susceptible to DHT. It will go gray and respond to age like all other hair on the body.

Can You Fix A Failed Hair Transplant?

It depends on the reason for the failure. In many cases, advanced techniques or equipment can address the reason why the hair transplant failed. Still, patients interested in a revision hair transplant procedure should undergo examination by a surgeon who specializes in the procedure such as Dr. Sajan. He can help determine whether a failed hair transplant can or should be addressed via revision hair transplant surgery.

How Much Is A Revision Hair Transplant In Seattle?

The exact cost of revision hair transplant surgery in Seattle depends on the number of grafts necessary and the method used. Patients will receive a customized price quote at their consultation. They can also find starting prices on our Price List.

Dr. Javad Sajan has helped many patients restore their hair via surgical and non-surgical methods. He is also one of the only surgeons in the United States who can combine hair transplantation with facial feminization surgery. Dr. Sajan’s expertise and experience have taken him around the world. His office, Allure Esthetic Plastic Surgery, is located in Seattle, WA, and can accommodate local and out-of-town patients. Allure Esthetic offers the best revision hair transplant in Seattle.

To learn more and schedule a consultation, call us at 206-209-0988. Patients can also reach out online via chat, contact form, and Price Simulator.