HAIR TRANSPLANT SCAR REVISION

Innovative techniques in hair transplant surgery can sometimes lead to unanticipated and esthetically displeasing scars at the donor or recipient sites. Follicular transfers from the back of the scalp often leave a rough, "pebbled" appearance that is more disfiguring than the receding hairline that it was meant to correct. Sparse hair growth at the recipient sites on the forehead may fail to camouflage the indentations and discoloration created by scarring of the micro-follicular hair transplants. A creative approach combining scar revision and/or laser resurfacing can mitigate some of these disfiguring hair transplant scars and, in some instances, actually lower the receding frontal hairline. These procedures, in conjunction with flesh colored make-up and/or permanent tattooing will allow you to feel comfortable in exposing your natural scalp features.

PROCEDURE AND RECOVERY:

The anterior approach is through a one and a half to two inch incision at the receding frontal hairline. The dissection is carried out under the galea muscle of the mid scalp. The deep fibrous attachments to the skull are released. Traction is placed in a downward vertical direction on the scalp, advancing the receding frontal/temporal hairline forward to a more natural frontal hairline. A crescent of the alopecic forehead skin is excised and closed with deep sutures and surgical staples. No extra hair is trimmed during the closure.

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Unsightly donor site scars or "pebbly," irregular surface contours in the posterior scalp may be directly excised and/or treated with a series of laser resurfacings.

Scalp incisions are well concealed. Hair can be combed or brushed back directly over the incisions with a wide toothed comb or a soft brush. A slight degree of numbness may be experienced in the mid-scalp region but the new nerve in-growth usually occurs within several weeks. Tints, dyes, and irritating skin-care products should be avoided for at least three weeks post surgery. for the natural, "shaved" look, flesh colored concealers hide color and surface inconsistencies. Permanent tattooing in the scarred areas can simulate natural hair growth and camouflage deeper scarring.

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For more detailed information regarding procedures / recovery / expectations / limitations / risks / potential complications, write or e-mail Dr. Rose.

PRE AND POSTOPERATIVE PHOTOS SELECTED FROM PATIENTS WHO HAVE GIVEN US PERMISSION FOR USAGE OR WHO ARE OTHERWISE UNIDENTIFIABLE. These photos do not warranty surgical outcome or results. A more complete photo gallery is available at consultation with Dr. Rose.