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PROBIOTICS FOR HAIR GROWTH: WILL IT HELP?

Posted on September 10, 2022September 14, 2022 by maximclinicalteam

When people begin to experience hair loss, they often look for natural supplements to help them improve their hair health. If you’re researching natural and alternative treatment options, then you might wonder if probiotics are the magic answer. The answer may surprise you. Read on to discover what today’s studies about probiotics show, learn about the connection between your gut health and your hair, and explore which strains of probiotics may be the most beneficial to you.

What Are Probiotics?

Probiotics are a good type of live bacteria and yeast that promote healthy body functions. Their primary purpose is to keep your gut healthy by maintaining a balance between good and bad bacteria, which supports your digestive system. In fact, studies show that probiotics can help with gastrointestinal issues [1] and prevent microbial reinfections. Probiotics can be found in a wide range of fermented foods, like yogurt, as well as in supplements.

Can Probiotics Increase Hair Growth?

While you’ve likely heard about how probiotics can improve gut health, the benefits they provide extend to other parts of the body as well. This is because gut health has a significant impact on the immune system, which, as it turns out, affects skin and hair follicle health. [2] According to several scientific studies conducted on mice, there may be certain strains of probiotics that can improve overall hair health. [3]

While studies regarding the link between probiotics and hair growth in humans are limited, the studies involving mice provide some hope for men and women who want to decrease hair loss. Some of the other reasons scientists believe probiotics may improve hair growth include their ability to:

Fight inflammation: Studies show that probiotics can decrease stress-induced skin inflammation, which may improve hair follicle growth. [2]
Decrease stress: Probiotics can also help people reduce emotional stress and anxiety, which often contributes to hair loss.
Balance hormones: People who have a lack of probiotic lining in their intestinal walls often experience hormonal issues. Hormonal imbalances can lead to thinning hair, which means maintaining a proper probiotic lining may decrease hair loss.

What Are the Best Probiotics for Healthy Hair?

Here are a few of the probiotics researchers have studied that may promote healthy hair growth:

Lactobacillus acidophilus: As one of the most common probiotics, lactobacillus acidophilus can be found in yogurt and other fermented foods. It’s a part of the lactic acid bacteria group, which breaks down carbohydrates. This makes lactobacillus acidophilus great at combating bacterial overgrowth.
Bifidobacterium animalis: This common probiotic lives in the large intestine, where it helps with digestion. It also prevents yeast infections, which can cause dandruff and hair loss. [4] You can find bifidobacterium animalis in some dairy products.
Escherichia coli: Some helpful strains of these bacteria can aid with digestion. It can also increase the production of biotin and vitamin K, which promotes several metabolic processes, including hair growth.
Bacillus subtilis: This probiotic plays an important role in digestion and improves metabolic functioning. This turns the food you eat into energy your body can use and promotes basic cellular processes, such as hair growth.

How Can I Include Probiotics in My Diet?

While there are plenty of probiotic supplements available, one of the best ways to reap the benefits is by incorporating fermented foods into your diet. That’s because these natural probiotics contain short-chain fatty acids, which provide additional anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting support. A few foods that contain probiotics include:

Sauerkraut
Tempeh
Buttermilk
Yogurt
Kefir
Kimchi
Pickles
Miso

Some cheeses, like brie and asiago, also contain probiotics. Try incorporating a few servings of these foods into your meal plan every week to get started. Pair these dishes with prebiotics found in foods like oats, wheat, garlic, soy, asparagus, and onions to ensure the probiotics you consume have the sustenance they need to survive. [5] This can help you maximize the benefits you may experience.

If you’re looking to incorporate more probiotics into your diet or start taking supplements, we suggest speaking with your doctor to determine what amount may be right for you. While probiotics are safe and beneficial for most people, people with certain immune system conditions may experience mild side effects, such as bloating or an upset stomach.

Are There Any Probiotic Topical Treatments That Work?

Often, hair loss shampoos are one of the first options people try when trying to improve their hair health. While there are plenty of shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, and other treatments available that contain probiotics, there isn’t currently enough research to determine whether these products promote hair growth. If you’re interested in trying a topical probiotic treatment, we suggest taking the time to research the ingredients.

If you have questions about how to promote healthy hair growth or want to learn about your hair restoration options, our team of qualified and dependable specialists is here to help. Get started by filling out our online contact form or schedule a free consultation to discuss our wide range of hair transplant services and alternatives. You can also browse our photo gallery to see how effective our hair restorative treatments have been for others. At MAXIM Hair Restoration, our goal is to help you achieve the look you desire.

Footnotes:

Susanne Hempel, Sydne J Newberry, Alicia R Maher, Zhen Wang, Jeremy N V Miles, Roberta Shanman, BreanneJohnsen, Paul G Shekelle. (2012). Probiotics for the prevention and treatment of antibiotic-associated diarrhea: a systematic review and meta-analysis. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22570464/
Petra Arck, BoriHandjiski, Evelin Hagen, Maike Pincus, Christian Bruenahl, John Bienenstock, RalfPaus. (2010). Is there a ‘gut–brain–skin axis’? https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.1600-0625.2009.01060.x
Tatiana Levkovich, TheofilosPoutahidis, Christopher Smillie, Bernard J. Varian, Yassin M. Ibrahim, Jessica R. Lakritz, Eric J. Alm, Susan E. Erdman. (2013). Probiotic Bacteria Induce a ‘Glow of Health’. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3547054/
Shivaprakash M. Rudramurthy, PrasannaHonnavar, Sunil Dogra, Prakash P. Yegneswaran, SanjeevHanda, ArunalokeChakrabarti. (2014). Association of Malassezia species with dandruff. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4069738/
Joanne Slavin. (2013). Fiber and Prebiotics: Mechanisms and Health Benefits. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3705355/

MAXIM Hair Restoration’s new Ft. Worth office

Posted on December 11, 2021March 31, 2022 by maximclinicalteam

Are you frustrated at the lack of reputable hair restoration clinics near the Fort Worth, Texas, area? If so, you’re in luck because MAXIM Hair Restoration has a location in southwest Fort Worth near Arlington Heights and just a few blocks off the Chisolm Trail Parkway on Hulen Street in Ft. Worth, Texas. Stop into the office today by appointment, and experience for yourself affordable hair restoration services, stellar customer service, and excellent results.

Why Should You Choose the Fort Worth, TX, Location?

Fort Worth Skyline — Image via Flickr by longhorndave

Fort Worth is the fifth-largest city in the entire state and covers almost 350 square miles in four Texas counties. Its location in northern Texas makes it the perfect place for MAXIM Hair Restoration to open another location. Following years of success in Dallas, which is the first location of the business in Texas, MAXIM Hair Restoration decided to expand and opened its Fort Worth location. Since its opening, this office consistently receives five-star ratings from Google Reviews, and clients comment about the exceptional experience and professional staff.

Clients come from Arlington, Bedford, Dallas, Euless, Hurst, Plano, and North/South Dallas and North Texas to the Fort Worth location. They seek the renowned hair transplant services offered by Dr. Thiele at MAXIM Hair Restoration, which has become one of the leading hair restoration companies in the industry. This office is conveniently located near the Arlington Heights High School, and you can take advantage of their free parking. If you take public transportation, the office is just half a block from the Hulen and Wellesley stop. To provide all clients with easy accessibility, the office is located on the ground floor.

Who Works at the Fort Worth Office?

A hands-on and board-certified physician, Dr. Stefan A. Thiele serves as the lead hair restoration surgeon at the Fort Worth location. He acquired his bachelor’s degree from Spring Hill College in Alabama and attended medical school at the University of Texas in Galveston. Afterwards, he spent several years training in general surgery at Mercer University in Georgia and the Charleston Area Medical Center in West Virginia. He then served at the East Texas Medical Center as well as the Trinity Mother Frances Hospitals and Clinics.

With more than a decade of experience working as a physician, Dr. Thiele has years of experience in cosmetic surgery and hair transplantation. In addition to providing top-of-the-head hair transplants, Dr. Thiele specializes in beard, eyebrow, facial hair, and mustache FUT and FUE hair transplants. Thanks to his depth of knowledge in the hair restoration industry, Dr. Thiele has contributed to and has been featured in numerous scientific and clinical publications, including the Journal of Vascular Surgery.

Many of the office technicians are surgical techs, nurses, or certified medical assistants. They have years of experience working across a variety of FUE hair restoration technology platforms, including ATERA, Smartgraft, Cole, Neograft, and ARTAS Robot. Lead hair transplant technicians at this office average more than 10 years of experience.

What Services Are Offered?

The Fort Worth location offers a variety of safe and affordable FUT and FUE hair transplant and non-surgical hair restoration services for patients wanting to restore hair loss. The main procedures offered include the following:

Collagen induction therapy (CIT): For this minimally invasive procedure, a roller device with small needles is used on the scalp. The needles extend to the middle layer of the skin, and a soothing balm is applied afterward. Each session typically takes 30 minutes to an hour to complete.
Facial hair transplant: For this option, the surgeon transplants hair for beards, eyebrows, and mustaches. This procedure usually takes four to eight hours to complete.
Follicular unit extraction (FUE): With this surgery, one hair graft is harvested and transplanted at a time. The surgeon selects the healthiest follicles that will be most likely to survive the transplant. The entire procedure generally takes between six to eight hours to complete.
Follicular unit transplantation (FUT): Also known as The Strip, FUT is a hair restoration surgery that involves taking a strip of hair between 0.4 to 0.6 inches wide and tissue from the back of the head. This strip of hair is dissected into individual hair grafts and transplanted. The wound is closed with stitches or staples. The entire procedure takes four to 12 hours to complete.
Hybrid procedures: This option involves a combination of surgical and non-surgical hair restoration procedures, including hair transplants and CIT. This procedure will take longer than a single treatment procedure, and multiple sessions are likely.
3D scalp micropigmentation (SMP): For this non-surgical hair restoration procedure, an SMP Specialist uses a stroke technique to replicate human hair. A medical-grade pigment is deposited into the scalp to create the illusion of hair, with a process similar to tattooing or microblading. Each session takes about one to two hours, and it requires two to three sessions.

What Financing Options Are Available?

While evaluating the total cost of hair replacement procedures, whether they’re surgical or non-surgical, the price can seem overwhelming. Other factors influence the costs, such as the total number of follicular units and grafts needed to achieve the desired look. An FUE hair transplant typically requires 1,000 to 2,500+ Grafts whereas an FUT hair transplant would typically require 1,000 to 3,500 grafts.

At MAXIM Hair Restoration, even though our prices are affordable, we understand that you might need assistance to pay for a life-changing procedure. We offer 0% financing and accept credit cards, pre-paid or certified checks, wire transfers, and cash toward payment. You can take advantage of various financing plans available, including those offered from Care Credit, Green Sky, Lending Club, and United Medical Credit.If you’re in the Fort Worth, Texas, area and are interested in a free consultation, contact MAXIM Hair Restoration either via our online contact form or by phone at (817) 476-5149. Speaking with a hair restoration specialist can help you determine what the best treatment option is for you. Reach out to us today, and we can get you started on satisfying hair restoration.

How to Find The Perfect Haircut after Hair Restoration

Posted on September 30, 2021October 7, 2021 by searchlabdigital

Thinning hair on top might restrict your choices in hairstyles. After your hair transplant, you may be able to choose from a wider variety of hairstyles again. MAXIM Hair Restoration wants to help you select a great haircut after your procedure.

MAXIM Hair Restoration created this guide to help you select the best haircut after your hair restoration. Once you determine your face shape, choose the hairstyle that suits you best. Your hair will continue to grow in and thicken over the next several months, so you may be able to try hairstyles you weren’t able to wear in the past.

What is your face shape?

Image via Unsplash by mostafa meraji

When choosing a hairstyle after hair restoration, look at the shape of your face in the mirror to determine your face shape. Observe the width of your forehead, jawline, and cheekbones. Also observe the length of your face from forehead to chin. Choose from these primary face shapes, based on your observation:

Round: You have a round face if your jaw is round and your cheekbones are wider than your jawline but your face is similar in length to the height from jaw to forehead.
Oval: If your jaw is round, your face length is longer than the width of your cheekbones, and your forehead is slightly larger than the width of your jaw, you have an oval-shaped face.
Rectangular: A rectangular face is similar to an oval face except the chin is more angular than rounded.
Heart: If your forehead is the widest feature of your face, followed by the cheekbones, and your face tapers to a point at the chin, you have a heart-shaped face.
Square: You have a square face when you have a sharp jawline and all measurements around your face are similar.
Diamond: If the length of your face is the longest, then the width, and your jaw and forehead taper in, you have a diamond-shaped face.

Haircuts to try

Once you’ve determined your facial shape, you can select a hairstyle that best suits your face. Here are some of the most common hairstyles:

Side-part

As your new hair follicles grow and your hair thickens, you can style your hair in the classic side-part style. Simply part your hair on one side and comb over to the other side. If one side of your head has thinner hair than the other side, comb the thicker hair over the thinner hair. Secure in place with a dab of gel if you prefer. Cut the hair in different proportions or lengths to vary this hairstyle. This style is highly adaptable and works for both youthful or more mature demeanors.

This classic hairstyle is always stylish and works well with faces of all shapes, but looks exceptionally good on diamond-shaped faces.

Straight back

Combing your hair straight back or slicking it back with gel or pomade is a great hairstyle after your hair starts to thicken and grow longer. Since the slicked-back hairstyle works best with thin or fine hair, this is an optimal hairstyle for many men after hair restoration. You can add extra hold with hairspray if you desire. You can also slick the hair back but comb it slightly to one side. Experiment to see how it looks on you. This smooth look never goes out of style.

The straight-back style works well on square and oval faces.

French Crop

The French Crop, also called the Caesar Cut, is a simple but very versatile hairstyle. The hair is cut almost the same length all over the head. Modify your cut slightly based on the texture and thickness of your hair. Thicker hair needs a little more distinction in the length from top to sides, while thinner hair can be trimmed more evenly. The hair is usually styled more toward the face in a modern French Crop. Use hair products and a blow dryer to add more body to your hair with this style.

The French Crop looks great on rectangular, oval, and diamond-shaped faces.

Crew cut

The crew cut or buzz cut is simply hair cut to a very short length all the way around the head. This is a great style to wear two or three months after your hair restoration, as your hair starts to grow evenly over your head and get thicker. The best thing about this hairstyle is that it requires very little maintenance.

Crew cuts generally work well on square or oval-shaped faces.

Pompadour

The pompadour hairstyle has been popular for hundreds of years. The pompadour consists of longer lengths of hair on top styled up and away from the face contrasting with very short hair on the sides and back of the head. This style is trendy because it’s easy to update and modernize.

The pompadour is a suitable hairstyle for oval and round faces because the extra hair on top lengthens the face and compliments rounder facial features.

Quiff

The quiff is similar to the pompadour with slightly longer hair on top. To most effectively style a quiff, use a blow-dryer and styling products to give the hair volume and hold it in place.

The quiff hairstyle looks great on oval, square, and heart-shaped faces.

It’s important to follow your doctor’s instructions for the proper care of your hair after surgery while you maintain healthy hair habits like eating a balanced diet and being conscious of the chemicals in your hair products.

MAXIM Hair Restoration has a staff of talented doctors, physicians, and surgeons who specialize in a variety of hair transplant procedures including FUE, FUT, and SMP. If you’re interested in hair restoration, contact our staff for a free phone or video consultation. We can determine whether you’re a good candidate for hair transplant, calculate the estimated cost, and help you find financing. Contact us today at MAXIM Hair Restoration so we can address any of your questions or concerns. We look forward to hearing from you.

TOP HAIR RESTORATION TREATMENTS

Posted on September 30, 2021December 19, 2022 by maximclinicalteam

Hair loss among men is an increasingly common issue. You might be surprised to learn that around 35 million men and 21 million women suffer from hair loss. The American Hair Loss Association reports that 95% of hair loss in men is the result of a hereditary condition known as male pattern baldness. By age 21, 25% of men with male pattern baldness have experienced some hair loss. By the age of 50, a full 85% of American men have thinning hair.

Fortunately, these statistics don’t have to mean that a bald or balding scalp is inevitable. There are many hair restoration options that deliver anything from complete follicle transplantation to a subtle shadow of hair that mimics a natural hairline. Find out which option is best for you.

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)

Man looking out the window of a highrise — Unsplash by Nathan Dumlao

Follicular unit extraction is a hair restoration procedure in which individual hair follicles are transplanted from a donor site to the area of thinning hair. A local anesthetic numbs the area while the surgeon meticulously performs follicle graft excisions using a micro-punch tool. An experienced surgeon can carefully select the follicles that are healthiest and most likely to survive the transplant procedure.

The micropunches used for this procedure are extremely small, typically measuring just 0.6 to 0.8 mm. Though the process may leave a tiny white scar, this is usually too minuscule for others to notice.

Depending on the scope of the treatment and the surgeon’s experience level, the FUE process may take anywhere from one to eight hours. Most treatment sessions are between two and four hours long. Some patients return for repeat treatments to complete all of the transplants.

The recovery process from FUE is quick and relatively painless. This is an outpatient procedure that allows patients to go home the same day. After the transplant, recovery takes about five to 10 days. Patients are advised to avoid exercise and any activity that would immerse the head in water for at least a week. Hair regrowth is usually visible in about four to six months. It may take up to a year to see full results.

Not all patients are eligible for FUE. This procedure works best for those who have thinning hair on the top or front of the head and thick hair in the back.

Surgeons should perform a FOX test before scheduling any FUE procedure. The FOX test involves taking around 100 grafts and evaluating the number of complete and incomplete follicular units. The FOX test delivers grades of FOX 1 through 5. Patients with a FOX 4 or FOX 5 score are ineligible for FUE. Those with a score of FOX 1 are prime candidates. Surgeons must use their discretion when determining whether to perform FUE on FOX 2 or FOX 3 patients.

Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT)

Follicular unit transplantation involves removing a strip of skin from the back or side of the head from which to extract individual hair follicles. This strip is typically 0.4 to 0.6 inches wide. The length depends on the number of follicles required for the transplant. After removing the skin, the surgeon must close the wound with stitches or staples that will leave a long, thin scar. Patients can easily conceal this scar by keeping their hair at least half an inch in length.

Once the strip of skin has been removed, a technician carefully extracts the individual hair follicles from it and prepares them for transplantation. The surgeon then inserts these hair follicles into the balding area in a natural-looking pattern. A local anesthetic is used for the procedure. Some patients may also elect to take a sedative. The procedure itself may take between four and 12 hours.

Initial recovery from the FUT procedure typically takes 10 to 12 days. Patients usually notice results within six to nine months, though it can take up to a year.

The best patients for FUT are those over the age of 25 with a Norwood pattern of hair loss, where the hair recedes from the hairline at the forehead first. This is followed later by hair loss on the top of the head. Those with less contrast between their skin color and hair color are also preferred candidates for FUT. Though the recovery time is slightly longer for FUT, the total procedural time is shorter, and this hair restoration treatment usually costs less than FUE.

Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP)

Scalp micropigmentation is the process of depositing pigment into the scalp to create the illusion of a shadow from hair. When used to fill in thinning areas amid longer hair, SMP can create the illusion of a fuller head of hair. Used on a bald scalp, SMP creates the appearance of a recently shorn buzz cut. Some patients also use SMP to cover scarring from FUE or FUT treatments.

The process of SMP is similar to microblading or tattooing. However, this isn’t considered a tattoo because the ink does not penetrate the skin as deeply. SMP is considered semipermanent. The pigmentation typically lasts for about eight years, but it lightens progressively over this period of time.

Each SMP treatment takes around four or five hours. Most patients get three or four treatments, scheduled a few weeks apart, to properly layer the pigmentation. After each SMP treatment, you must avoid washing your scalp or sweating excessively for four days. After the fourth day, you must moisturize regularly. Patients need to avoid swimming, saunas, steam rooms, and sunlight for at least 28 days after each treatment.

SMP does not regrow your hair, so it’s not an effective treatment if you want longer or thicker hair on your head. Rather, this approach is best for individuals who want to either mask a small amount of thinning or keep a bald head that still retains the appearance of a hairline.

Speaking with a professional hair restoration specialist is the best way to determine which treatment is best for you. Get a quick assessment at Maxim to learn more about your options and get on the path to satisfying hair restoration.

HAIR RESTORATION COMPANY OFFERS TELE-HAIR SERVICES

Posted on May 26, 2020February 24, 2022 by

MAXIM Hair Restoration Innovates Tele-Hair Consults for Hair Transplants and Hair Restoration

TeleHealth is part of the digital revolution that MAXIM offers as a technologically advanced organization that serves patients suffering from a broad spectrum of hair loss conditions. TeleHealth complies with COVID regulations by limiting exposure. MAXIM promotes ongoing support for existing and new patients by offering a HIPAA-compliant platform and cost-effective solutions for hair restoration consultations, pre and post-operative care which was historically not available in the industry, at least not via a HIPAA compliant platform.

Introduction:

MAXIM Hair Restoration, an organization that prides itself in keeping up-to-date with emerging med-tech innovations and using cutting edge technology to advance access to patient care and quality of customer service, has now joined the digital revolution by incorporating TeleHealth services through a HIPAA compliant platform for consultations, patient care, and communication.

MAXIM views patients as a top priority which is why increasing patient access to health care professionals remotely provides a safe, cost-effective, reliable, and convenient platform that does not dilute the quality of Doctor-Patient communications.

Statistics:

According to The American Hospital Association, 76% of hospitals in the US connect with Telehealth services.
Home monitoring of chronic diseases is reducing hospital visits by as much as 50% by keeping patients stable through daily monitoring.

As the TeleHealth sector has evolved, the initial adopters were rural hospitals and clinics followed by urgent care centers. Teladoc is now a multi-billion dollar, publicly-traded TeleHealth company that ratifies the demand and success of this service and sector.

Recently, partially due to the COVID-19 crisis, elective and cosmetic surgery as well as non-surgical medical aesthetic providers have jumped on the TeleHealth bandwagon. Providers are offering virtual consultations and pre/post-operative care.

Since HIPAA has temporarily relaxed TeleHealth platform protocols, patients and providers are empowered to choose the best form of communication via phone, SMS/Chat and other messaging systems, video calls via Skype, Zoom or Face Time, inbox messaging, and other vehicles to expedite responsiveness and communication with each exchange in real time.

The ability to address more patients does not dilute the quality of care, rather it democratizes it, giving back the power for patients to feel comfortable and confident in receiving guidance from their health care providers. Using Telehealth has become a necessary response to the rising effects of Covid-19 safety regulations which prohibit in-person and in-clinic patient visits, an extremely prohibitive process for those in need of non-urgent requests.

This transitional period of technology and communications is a critical component in solving a variety of health care challenges that go beyond patent communication.

Telehealth Consultation

Telehealth enables the dismantling of obstacles affecting patients who are actively seeking medical support. It’s an alternative that serves patients with opportunities to overcome mobility-related issues such as transportation and associated costs. Moreover, Telehealth encounters are economically more attractive to patients as they entail lower or no co-pays and other out-of-pocket costs.

From a provider perspective, TeleHealth enables them to target and attract patients beyond their customary radius of let’s say 50 miles or so.

According to Mac Fadra, CEO of MAXIM Hair Restoration, “We are finding that TeleHealth enables us to attract patients from secondary and tertiary markets who would otherwise hesitate. This serves us well since our clients may need to be in our clinic only on the day of their procedure. Pre and post-operative services could be rendered by providers via TeleHealth as much as possible.”

MAXIM Hair Restoration has pioneered the concept of TeleHair consults and services that are focused on the hair restoration sector. These services are not just limited to provider-patient communication and interaction but extend to our ancillary and administrative staff as well.

Furthermore, TeleHealth is integrated with the EHR, CRM and Nurture systems to capture all patient encounters and communication electronically.

“Real-time consultations whether they are urgent, pre-op, post-op, consultative, or those seeking to be educated without the distraction of an advertisement – all deserve to have ongoing open access to professionals ready to respond to each request. MAXIM seeks to be a part of resolving and changing the paradigm of care as we see it today by improving patient care in all ways possible, beginning with TeleHair and TeleHealth,” added Mr. Fadra.

MAXIM has locations in Manhattan, New York City; Great Neck and Huntington in Long Island; Parmaus, New Jersey; Dallas, Fort Worth and Houston, Texas; Alexandria, Northern Virginia; and Southern California. Outside the U.S., MAXIM has locations in Manila and Cebu in the Philippines as well as Dubai and Istanbul, Turkey. Call today for a free consultation!

Can I Have a Hair Transplant Done During COVID?

Posted on May 14, 2020December 15, 2020 by

The coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic has significantly impacted our lives in every way – personally and professionally. However, each one of us looks forward to the rebound and return to normalcy. A number of our patients have contacted MAXIM Hair Restoration to have their hair transplant procedure done during this period. However, in compliance with stay-at-home orders and out of an abundance of precaution to protect our staff and patients, we suspended performing procedures and in-office consults in most locations until the government permits to re-open.

Hair Restoration & Transplant at MAXIM

Most patients are now demanding Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) which is the No Stitch, No Linear Scar hair transplant procedure. People do not want to go through a long recovery process associated with the Strip (FUT) procedure even though one can achieve a higher density with FUT. Coincidentally, FUE is a better procedure to perform in the time of this pandemic because it’s less invasive, involves minimal bleeding, and involves relatively less physical contact compared to FUT and other surgical procedures like (SMP) Scalp Micropigmentation .

How Does the Hair Transplant Procedure Work?

Hair transplant or transplantation is a minor surgical procedure that involves taking hair follicles from the back and sides of the head (donor area) and transplanting them to the thinning and balding areas known as the recipient site. The conventional procedure known as Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) involves taking a strip of hair from the back of the head, dissecting it into individual grafts or follicular units, and transplanting them to the recipient site. The donor area is then sutured by the hair transplant surgeon and stitches taken out a week to 10 days thereafter. With the newer and advanced Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) procedure, the hair transplant doctor extracts individual hair grafts, consisting of 1 to 3 hair follicles, from the donor area; then makes recipient sites in the thinning and balding areas, and technicians place the grafts into those sites. At MAXIM, the hair transplant surgeons and technicians use advanced FUE Technology for the harvesting of hair follicles.

Hair Transplant Procedures Scoring System During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Journal of the American College of Surgeons has published a scoring method to rate various medical procedures based on their safety. The FUE hair transplant procedure performs very well on this rating scale. Twenty-one factors were identified to rate elective procedures in the current climate of the COVID-19 pandemic. These factors fell into three general categories. A higher score for each factor is associated with an increased risk of COVID-19 transmission to the healthcare team, and/or increased hospital resource use.

Procedure Factors Score: 11

Amount of resources required during the length of the procedure in an operating room (O.R.). A hair transplant is an outpatient, office-based procedure that does not require an O.R. It is performed in a minor procedure room. It entails a minimal drain or impact on PPE and other resources.

Condition Factors Score: 23

Timing of the procedure and whether or not it is urgent. A higher score is generally indicative of less harm to the patient when the procedure is deferred. These factors gauge the impact of surgical deferment in order to integrate time-sensitivity into the prioritization process.

Patient Factors Score: 16

Known patient factors associated with higher incidences COVID-19 mortality. These may include age, predisposition to certain adverse reactions, the existence of certain medical conditions and disorders, asthma, cardiac or pulmonary issues, etc.

FUE Hair Transplant Total Score: 50

This is a great score. A higher score, which can range as high as 105, is associated with poorer patient outcomes, increased risk of COVID transmission to the team, and an increased strain on hospital resources. In a similar manner, a lower score can help preserve operation room capacity and the precious supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) for front line workers.

Patient and Staff Protection During Your Hair Transplant Procedure

When we reopen, we would ensure that all patients and visitors to the office are screened for temperature, travel history, and other medical ailments including cough and cold. We would limit the number of consults and procedures at any given time in the office. We have instituted social distancing in the clinic both between patients and staff in compliance with CDC guidelines. Patients and staff are required to wear masks, gloves, gowns, and other protective gear. We also strongly encourage Virtual consults via our HIPAA-compliant, encrypted TeleHealth platforms.

Your Hair Transplant Consultation at MAXIM

Virtual Consultations are now available for prospective MAXIM clients as well as existing patients who need follow-up care. These are available primarily through our HIPAA-compliant, encrypted Electronic Health Record (EHR) platform. This will enable prospective clients who live far away from our offices to have a virtual consultation and only have to travel to our office on the day of their hair transplant procedure.

Rapid Return

An FUE hair transplant procedure enables you to return to your normal working activities within a couple of days of the procedure. FUE is a minimally invasive procedure performed in an office setting under local anesthesia. Moreover, it is natural, permanent, and affordable. Here’s what you can expect in the days and weeks following the procedure:

Return to normal activities and light exercise after a few days.
More strenuous exercise can resume after 10 days.
Avoid heavy lifting and excessive sweating.
Resume all normal activities after two weeks.

Follow up care can be performed virtually or in-clinic depending upon the situation.

The Cost of a Hair Transplant

At MAXIM, prices are transparent just like our staff and physicians. Prices start at per graft for FUT and per graft for FUE. The minimum price is . Our prices are very competitive with other providers and there are no hidden costs or fees. Zero percent financing, over six months, is available through third-party finance companies. We currently work with Care Credit, Green Sky, United Medical Credit, Alphaeon, and others.

Next Steps

Schedule a FREE Virtual Consultation with one of our staff or physicians by visiting our web site / or calling the number on the home page or location page of the web site. You can also email us at [email protected] and SMS us from the web site. During your complimentary consultation, the physician/staff member will advise you if you are a good candidate for the hair transplant procedure and provide a graft+price estimate. Following this, you can make a deposit towards your hair transplant procedure, apply for financing (if needed), and schedule a procedure date. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a huge backlog of procedures. Therefore, you would want to plan ahead of time for your procedure. Rest assured, the MAXIM physicians and staff are ready to serve you and take care of your hair restoration & transplant needs in a compliant, safe, and effective manner without compromising on results or quality.

Hair Transplant in Houston: Cost & Hair Loss Treatment In Houston, Texas

Posted on March 6, 2020March 31, 2022 by

MAXIM Hair Restoration is a hair transplant expert in Houston, TX. We offer hair transplant and non-surgical options for all types of hair loss. We all know that hair plays a significant role in self-image and social perceptions. That is why male pattern baldness has been an upsetting condition to deal with for centuries. Its psychosocial impact is so widespread for so long that men have learned to coexist with it. Thus, it is impossible for the available options to fill in the balding area with permanent hair. Yet, you don’t have to worry our hair transplant Houston experts will help you.

Too Young To Go Bald

There isn’t a shortage of bald men in the spotlight who fall victim to body-shaming. In fact, there are many campaigns against it. Thus, some organizations and people make efforts to inspire stories about body positivity.

Sadly, these are not enough to stop the anxieties intensified by the digital world. It also cannot stop the growing number of cases of:

Mix of genetics
Male hormone dihydrotestosterone

Unfortunately, the campaign also can’t stop the stressful lifestyle causing male pattern baldness.

The Number Is Higher Than You Think

In America, over 80 million people have Androgenetic alopecia – a hereditary hair loss. In fact, it starts creeping up on unsuspecting heads of about 25% of American males. Thus, there are suffering from male pattern baldness as early as their late twenties.

Based on a survey (conducted from 2017-2019), more men suffer from male pattern baldness and related disorders. The survey shows that an estimated 140,000 underwent a hair transplant last year.

The Unbelievable Hair Transplant Services Market Size In Houston, Texas

As the influence of hair transplant in Houston climbs up, hair loss concerns escalate too. For the past 10 years in Texas, there is a large figure of people enduring Alopecia. Thus, it ignites the surging demand for hair restoration services as well. That being the case, the market size is expected to increase substantially by 2025.

Its signs point to genetics as the culprit for thinning hair. Aside from that, the weather is also suspected of adding to the higher hair loss rates. Yet, this isn’t the case. What’s driving the industry’s growth is the rise of lifestyle-related skin disorders. Also, the millennial existence contributes heavily to concerns around hair loss. This means that it has to do with high levels of stress.

The First In The History Of Mankind

Men and women are researching to solve their hair loss problems. Thus, they want to look good and fix their insecurities and feel better about themselves. High cases of male pattern baldness drove the demand for hair restoration services. Thus, this cosmetic hair procedure gives hope to what was once believed inevitable.

The evolution of hair transplant surgery doesn’t waste precious time and money. Hair transplant surgery makes it possible to replace the once lost hair. By far, a hair transplant is the only one that will make sure you can always have hair – naturally and permanently. Hence, its breakthrough catapulted its success in many major countries including:

United States of America
Canada
United Kingdom
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
The Middle East and other markets

Why Does Hair Loss Hit Some Ethnic Groups Harder Than Others?

Genetics controls how people look and also how they are treated. For example, people from the United Arab Emirates and Turkey are more likely to have hair loss. That is why they are becoming the medical Meccas of cosmetic hair procedures. This is because of their ethnicity. People from the Hispanic and Indian communities are more likely to become bald.

Middle Eastern and Indian Hair Loss

People of Jewish, Arabic, and Indian descent share this pattern of baldness. The early stage of hair miniaturization begins at the front. Then, it slowly progresses backward until the entire head is out of hair. However, there is not much early thinning in the vertex. It’s no surprise that they’re willing to spend money to find treatment. They want solutions that can help restore the rich luster of their original hair.

Latins and Hispanic Hair Loss

A widow’s peak is considered a mark of beauty. This is the pride of men with Mediterranean and Hispanic backgrounds. Transplante de Cabello is essential if the hairline recedes. Although the degree of baldness varies. Those with greater European-Spanish roots are more likely to be bald.

Men with Latin-American/sub-Saharan genes are luckier to have less male pattern baldness. The receding frontline followed by thinning in the crown. As the frontal hairline continues to recede, the thinning at the crown enlarges. The balding meets in the middle. —creating that V-pattern.

Afro-Caribbean/African-American Hair Loss

African American men with thinning hair impressively rock the looks like a pro. Yet, the pure contrast between the “cool” look and the inability to change hairstyle is obvious. Traction Alopecia is a common cause of hair loss in many Afro-Caribbean and African-Americans. The result is fragile hair above the forehead and the sides.

Nordic Hair Loss

It’s another particular baldness pattern among Caucasians with Nordic roots. With this type of hair loss pattern, the balding spot starts in the crown. Followed by an insignificant hair loss at the temples. As the temporal hairline recedes, the balding advances towards the back. Thus, it leaves some surviving hair at the center.

Asian Hair Loss

Southeast Asians have the lowest hair loss rate. Moreover, the majority of them are experiencing it much later in life. Surprisingly, Japan came out on top. The Japanese have a notably high rate of baldness compared to other Southeast Asians. The recession starts at the front and progresses backward until the entire crown has no hair. It affects many men in keeping a youthful and pleasing appearance that Asians are known for.

How To Find The Best Hair Transplant Clinics In Houston, Texas?

Providing up-to-date attention and service demands a team effort. However, not all hair transplant surgeons are created equal. And it is making it hard to pick the best between heavily-marketed doctors. So, here’s how you can take a closer look at what makes an expert in hair restoration.

Surgeon’s Expertise In Hair Transplant in Houston, TX

Look for proper credentials that show necessary accreditations. It’s essential to learn about the number of cases a surgeon performed. To know this, you can review their credentials. Also, don’t judge a surgeon’s expertise based on his years of experience and his age.

What marks a skilled and ethical hair transplant surgeon?

Simply, they can handle different complications, if there are any.

At MAXIM Hair Restoration, our specialists are board-certified. Additionally, they are aesthetically trained hair transplants doctors. They are also acclaimed, notable plastic/cosmetic surgeons in the most advanced method of hair transplants. The Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a minimally invasive procedure with little downtime. If you’re overly concerned about the scars that go along with FUE, you shouldn’t be, as it leaves no visible linear scars.

Doctor’s Team and Clinical Environment

A hair transplant surgery should be performed on how it should be in a hospital operating room. The best clinics also know that good business management involves having a good team. They need to maintain a polite and positive attitude when interacting with patients. It matters that your prospective surgeon has a good relationship with their team. As the saying goes, “a good team is a reflection of its leadership.”

For the clinic to stay at the top of the game, it should have features that will stand out in the customer’s mind. The clinic’s physical condition and how well equipped the facility is. The way staff handle your needs should give you an idea of what to expect from your treatment.

Advanced Surgical Technology & Techniques

The art of hair restoration has grown over the years. Ever since it became popular, the techniques and technology continue to advance also.

To check the quality of a hair transplant clinic, ask about what to expect if you undergo a hair transplant. Also, ask about the modern medical devices they used in the procedure as well devices used in:

The harvesting
Graft dissection
Performing the actual transplant procedure.

You will have more confidence in knowing the best doctor and clinic if you ask about these things.

In graft dissection, most clinics use loupe magnification. Other clinics use stereo microscopes. Old or new, the wider the methods that doctors perform, the better.

Choose a clinic that offers FUE. The FUE is the best hair restoration procedure. It gives natural results and has no risks like with other procedures. It’s a blind extraction technique with minimal discomfort and no stitches. So, the postoperative recovery is less restrictive, fast, and leaves no visible scars.

Although the practice of older techniques doesn’t mean that just because it’s not new, it’s less efficient. There are special cases that will suggest using earlier methods. If a clinic offers it, ask if they have studies that show why it is better for your case.

Hair Transplant Cost and Financing Options in Houston

Hair transplant procedure rates can be intimidating. Some transplant surgeons and clinics have rates that cost an arm and a leg. However, do not get discouraged if you need to have surgery to get your hair back. To give you a rough guide of both the FUE and FUT hair transplant in Houston, TX the costs range from $7,000 and $12,000. Still, the cost will be depending on the number of grafts you need.

Credit cards are the first to come to mind when it comes to paying for any service. They come handy because it is quick and more flexible. Yet, interests are high. There are many ways to pay for a hair transplant. You can use different types of payments, like money, or you can take care of the payment over time.

Bank loans as an alternative are also useful, but who wants a lump sum before treatment?

If you qualify, financing options are very convenient, such as:

Care Credit
Green Sky
United Medical Credit
Lending Club

The advantage of financing plans is that it gives more freedom to pay over time with low monthly fees. Moreover, if you pay in full for up to six months, you will not have to pay any interest.

Patient Reviews: The Patient Experience in Hair Transplant Houston

Those who have experienced the services of more than one doctor can tell you what doctors are skilled and worth consulting with. Reviews help you find a doctor who is honest and will only tell you what is necessary for your health. This doctor tells the truth and will not say anything that is not true.

With Maxim Hair Restoration, the prime focus is the patient and what’s best for him.

Your journey to hair growth doesn’t end after your hair surgery. Newly transplanted hair must be supported by pre-transplant and post-transplant hair care. So, it can ensure that you’ll achieve healthy hair and scalp. Quality service means that the people behind it do what they say. They follow the rules and regulations of the standards and authorities.

Reviews reveal the doctors that truly care and put the patient before profit.

It’s Better When The Consultation Is Free in Hair Transplant in Houston

A hair transplant in Houston, TX is elective surgery. So, effective communication between the patient, the surgeon, and the medical staff is the key. Online and over-the-phone inquiries are a good start. Once you have whittled down the clinics to a handful, schedule an appointment to visit the clinic. Some clinics may charge for consultations, but it’s even better when it’s offered FREE OF CHARGE.

How To Know You’re Ready To Give Hair Restoration A Try

Posted on October 26, 2018February 22, 2022 by calendar

Your hair is one of the first things people see when they look at you. Like it or not, your hair is a big part of the image you present to the world every day. If you experience hair loss or hair thinning, it probably happens so gradually that you do not notice it right away. But once you see a difference in your hair line, you may want to consider hair restoration treatment. Here are just some indications that can help you determine if you are ready to give hair restoration a try.

You have hereditary baldness.

Also called Male Pattern Baldness (or Female Pattern Baldness), this type of hair loss usually makes you a good candidate for a hair transplant to transform your appearance and help you look great. With hereditary baldness, there usually is a good-sized area of healthy, thick hair growing around the sides and back of the head. This hair serves as the “donor” area when you have a transplant, and it will likely grow for the rest of your life. People with hair loss due to sickness, medication, or other reasons may be candidates for hair restoration, too. Your hair loss specialist will be able to tell you.

You aren’t past the point of baldness that a transplant can’t help.

The area of donor hair needs to be large and dense enough to provide hair to the areas where you wish to restore hair. It’s important to have realistic expectations for a hair restoration procedure. If you are totally bald or near bald, there are other methods besides hair restoration to consider besides a hair transplant.

You have tried other methods and are dissatisfied with the results and are prepared to make an investment in your hair.

A hair transplant is surgery, albeit minor surgery under local anesthesia. The procedure, anesthesia, and of course the expertise of your surgeon are all factors in the cost of a hair transplant. The results are permanent and can be a total game-changer for your self-esteem and appearance. But it is not cheap compared to a can of foam.

You have patience.

The hair that is transplanted to your hairline or site of thinning hair will not start to grow for several months. Some people choose to shave their heads so that all their hair grows in at the same time, or women may cover their heads with a headband or scarf. By 12 months after the procedure, your hair will have noticeably grown in and you will be able to see how your hair will look from then on!

You do your homework.

Don’t just choose the first hair restoration specialist you see. Experience and expertise is essential in this very delicate procedure. Look into the reputation of the practice, credentials of the surgeon, references, and of course, before and after photos. This is not something to take chances with.

When it time to make that decision to restore a great head of hair, look no further than MAXiM Hair Restoration. With locations throughout the U.S. and surgeons who have performed thousands of hair transplant procedures, MAXiM is the go-to hair restoration expert. When reputation and results count, count on MAXim. MAXiM has locations in New York, Long Island, Connecticut, Chicago, Dallas and the Washington, DC area. When you are ready, contact MAXiM today to discuss your hair restoration today.

IS A HAIR TRANSPLANT SAFE?

Posted on September 14, 2018March 6, 2023 by calendar

A safe hair transplant simply is removing a graft of scalp from a spot on the head that has sufficient hair and placing it in a spot where more hair is desired. The spot from which the scalp is removed is the donor site. The recipient site, where new hair will grow, is where the scalp is grafted.

Safe Hair transplant surgery can be conducted in the hospital or at a doctor’s office, either under local or general anesthesia. This will depend on the extent of the surgery that is how many grafts will be made and how long the surgery will take.

So is hair transplant safe? The short answer is “Yes”. Hair transplants are safe. However, as with any surgical procedure, some risks are involved. The risks associated with hair transplant surgery are minimal and are explained in more detail here.

Safe Hair Transplant: Types of Surgery

Those undergoing hair transplant surgery can expect to undergo one of two techniques.

Follicular Unit Strip Surgery (FUSS). The surgeon will remove the skin from the patient’s head, usually from the back. The 6-10 inch strip is divided into multiple grafts that are quite small. Each tiny graft contains a few hairs or even just one that will be transplanted into the recipient site.
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). The back of the patient’s head will be shaved and from that spot, the surgeon will remove hair follicles.

It is only the process of hair removal that differs in the two techniques. The grafting is the same. The surgery takes between 4 and 8 hours, though a second surgery might be required if the patient’s hair doesn’t come in as thick as he wished.

Risks

The risks associated with hair transplants are minimal, as previously mentioned. Knowing the risks will allay the patient’s fears and give cause to expect a good and healthy outcome from their hair transplant surgery. Knowing the risks also will promote an honest conversation with your surgeon.

Inflammation is normal with hair transplant surgery as it is with all surgeries. Just as the patient’s hair begins to come in, inflammation may occur. However, folliculitis, an infection of the hair follicles is a little more intimidating and cause for concern. If your scalp should become inflamed, your surgeon will prescribe an antibiotic for folliculitis and the inflammation should subside. Cold compresses on the affected area will also have a palliative effect.
Slight hair loss. After the surgery, the patient may notice a tiny loss of hair. This is referred to as shock loss. In most cases, the hair loss isn’t permanent.
Following the transplant surgery, the patient will find that the head and scalp are tender. This is quite normal. The surgeon may prescribe pain medications and perhaps an antibiotic to ward off possible infection. Also, over the counter anti-inflammatory medications can assist in alleviating the discomfort of a tender scalp, as well as alleviate swelling at the graft site.

Additional Risks

Hair transplant surgery is safe for most people, but there are certain risks that could be unique to some patients. For instance, if the patient is taking prescribed medications like blood thinners or beta-blockers to treat high blood pressure, then this could be cause for concern. This doesn’t mean that hair transplant surgery will be detrimental for that patient, but that the patient’s personal medical history must be taken into account before moving forward.

Contact Us for your Safe Hair Transplant

Are you considering safe hair transplant surgery? An honest conversation with your surgeon will ensure that the best outcome is attained. Whatever is causing your hair loss, MAXiM Hair Restoration has plastic and hair transplant surgeons who every day artfully create an attractive hairline that is unique to each client.

We have convenient locations throughout the United States in New York, Long Island, Connecticut, Chicago, Dallas, and the Washington, DC area, as well as several international locations. Contact MAXiM today to find out if you are a candidate for a safe hair transplant.

WHAT IS HAIR REPLACEMENT?

Posted on August 10, 2018July 11, 2022 by calendar

What is Hair Replacement?

Hair loss may have a negative impact on a person’s appearance and self-esteem. Surgical hair replacement aims to fill in or recreate thinning hairlines and other regions of the scalp where hair loss is visible. Hair loss can affect both men and women. The primary cause of a receding hairline in men is heredity (male pattern baldness). Hormonal modifications, such as menopause among other factors can cause hair thinning and hair loss in women.

The positive is that the hair growth industry has come a long way and now offers a variety of hair loss therapies and treatments. Hair replacement and hair transplants are the most common. Traditionally, hair replacement constituted hair pieces, hair systems, toupees and wigs.

Hair replacement surgery, on the other hand, is a form of surgery that transplants hair you already have at the back and sides of the head to fill in an area where your hair is thinning. Also, it is a procedure if you have lost a significant amount of hair. There has been a substantial rise in demand for hair replacement surgery. Doctors have been performing this procedure for more than 60 years. However, the methods they use have changed quite a bit in recent years. To find more about hair replacement surgery, this page is right for you.

What you Should Know About Hair Replacement Surgery?

A hair replacement procedure is a life-changing surgical treatment that helps people regain their confidence. It corrects obvious defects in the thickness and style of your hair, making it a long-term investment in your self-esteem. While hair replacement surgery may not be able to benefit those who are completely bald, there are a variety of hair replacement techniques available that can also be combined with non-surgical solutions.

Non-surgical Hair Replacement is for you if you want to regain a complete head of hair without undergoing surgery. These natural-looking hair additions, hair systems, hair pieces and extensions are nearly undetectable to touch or sight and are non-invasive, simple, and fuss-free. Hair replacement systems are designed for men who have advanced hair loss or baldness. There are hair extensions that do not need surgery and are virtually undetectable to the naked eye or touch. The Hair Replacement System, a hair weave appropriate for those who only need partial hair additions, is an alternative to hair transplant surgery.

MAXIM plants to launch an array of non-surgical hair replacement solutions and options that are unrivaled when it comes to hair systems! At MAXIM Hair Restoration, we plan to create hairpieces, wigs and hair systems for people suffering from hair loss and medical disorders using a completely innovative procedure. Per hairpiece, the device is handcrafted and personalized according to the customer’s hair tastes, style, texture and desires.

What is a Hair System?

Synthetic hair or a wig is hand-woven into a certain base cloth, such as lace, to create a hair system. The base is then applied to the person’s head using the desired form of binding (tape or adhesive). After that, sliced and mixed to seal it in.

Advanced hair replacement allows people with mild to advanced hair loss to drastically alter their look. Anyone, regardless of age, hair color, or degree of hair loss, may wear a hair system. To begin, the hair replacement specialist/stylist will check your hair to see if more hair can be added to give it a fuller look. When using new hairpieces with the right adhesive, there are very few drawbacks. You can also wash, sleep, workout, swim, trim, style, and dye your hair as though it were your real hair. To put it another way, you should practically live your life like you would if you didn’t have it. How long the hair system would last is impossible to determine. Many aspects influence this, like the foundation material and how you maintain the hairpieces.

In addition, it may take six to eight weeks to tailor-make the hair pieces after an initial consultation. The front hairline will be nearly undetectable, and you will be able to shave, swim, and participate in sports as normal. You’ll get 15 weeks of wear on average before you need a bolster injection to keep the system in tip-top shape.

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Types of Hair Replacement Surgery and how it works.

Today, hair replacement surgery is performed right in the doctor’s office. The surgeon cleans your scalp and injects a local anesthetic to numb the area of your head. Along with your doctor, you will have chosen one of two types of hair transplant, either follicular unit transplantation (FUT) or follicular unit extraction (FUE.)

The entire process takes anywhere from four to eight hours, depending on the number of grafts. Following the surgery, your scalp may be sensitive. You may need to take pain medication and either an antibiotic or an anti-inflammatory for a few days, which your doctor will prescribe. Also, you’ll need to wear a bandage over your scalp for at least a day or two.

1. Follicular unit transplantation (FUT or strip method)

For the FUT method, the surgeon will remove a six- to 10-inch strip of skin from the back of your head. After that, the surgeon then sets the strip aside and sews the scalp closed, allowing the area to be immediately hidden by the hair surrounding it. Next, the strip is dissected into 1,000 to 3,000 small grafts. Each with one or just a few hair follicles, depending on your hair type, color, quality, and the size of the transplant area. The surgeon sutures the donor area to seal the wound from where the hair is extracted.

2. Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)

First, the hair is shaved from the back of the head. Our surgeons or clinicians harvest and extract hair follicles one at a time. The affected area heals with only small dots, which your existing hair covers. From this point forward, both the FUT and FUE procedures are the same. After the grafts are prepared, the surgeon cleans and numbs the area in which the hair will be transplanted. They use a scalpel or needle for each recipient site. FUE does not result in linear scars.

Hair replacement surgery takes around a day. So, you shouldn’t have to wait overnight. If you’re treating a wide area, you can need two or three sessions spaced a few years apart. Your MAXIM surgeon and staff will instruct you on how to take care of your grafts and scalp. You will have a spray to use to aid hair growth and recovery.

What to expect after Hair Replacement?

Following hair replacement surgery, most people are likely to return to work within a few days. For the first two weeks after your surgery, you must be very cautious with your transplanted hair on the scalp. If not cared for, the grafts could get damaged. To stop scarring, it’s best to keep the workouts to a minimum for the first month. Follow all post-op instructions meticulously.

A few weeks following the hair restoration treatment, the transplanted hair will start to fall out. However, they will begin to regrow after four months. On average, most patients experience 60% of new hair growth after six to nine months. Improved density is apparent after a year. Nevertheless, you may need another procedure at a later date if you continue losing hair or if you decide you want thicker hair.

For a few days after hair replacement surgery, it’s not abnormal to have a strong, achy, and swollen scalp. There will be temporary scabbing where the hair is transplanted. Also, there will be a single scar or a series of very small scars in the donor area that generally fade over time.

How much does it cost?

Hair replacement surgery can be expensive. When seeking a hair replacement other considerations to remember include the cost of transport, the drugs needed following the transplant, and the recovery period. However, the average cost of a hair replacement varies greatly depending on the quantity of hair, but it typically ranges from $6,000 to $20,000. There are no insurance plans to protect it. However, 0% financing is available at MAXIM Hair Restoration. Also, talk with a professional and competent surgeon at MAXIM Hair Restoration who performs the procedure. It’s a good idea to talk to the specialist about the benefits, risks, potential complications and recovery times.

If you decide to go the non-surgical route, the price of your hair system can vary depending on where you buy it, whether it’s ready-to-wear, and whether the coverage is partial or absolute. A limited coverage hair system can cost $800 to $1,200, while full coverage options can cost up to $2,500 or even higher. Premium systems are much higher. Monthly maintenance can be in the $200 range.

Contact Us:

We recognize that hair loss is a stressful experience, and it’s normal to have thoughts and questions along the way. We want you to know that we are still here to listen and assist you in whatever manner we can. Also, we take the time to listen to your needs, consider your objectives, and do a thorough health review. Our ability to devise customized strategies to create the healthy and natural look you crave is what distinguishes our hair loss solutions in MAXIM Hair Restoration.

A full head of hair helps a person feel happier, healthier, and more confident. Every day, people with thinning hair trust the plastic and hair transplant surgeons and clinicians at MAXIM Hair Restoration to artfully create an attractive hairline for them. MAXIM has convenient locations in New York City, Long Island, Dallas, Houston and Fort Worth in Texas, Northern Virginia (in the Washington, DC and Maryland areas), and opening soon in Sarasota and Boca Raton, Florida, Chicago, Austin (Texas), Detroit (Michigan), Atlanta (Georgia) and other markets. Our international locations include Manila and Cebu, Philippines, Istanbul in Turkey, Poland, and Dubai.