The unshaven hair transplant is a perfect option for those who want to keep the length of their hair when performing a hair transplant. Although the usual thing is to shave all the hair to carry out the intervention more comfortably, thanks to this type of technique it is possible to avoid cutting the hair before a hair implant. How would the hair transplant be performed then? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this method? It's advisable? Does it offer good results?
From Hospital Capilar, an expert hair transplant clinic in Madrid, Murcia and Pontevedra, we tell you everything you need to know about hair transplant without a shave: procedure and technique used, advantages, disadvantages and results.
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Unshaven hair transplantation is a version of the FUE technique where it is not necessary to shave the entire hair. Only a small window or "flap" is shaved in the donor area from which the necessary follicular units are extracted. In other words, when we talk about unshaven hair transplantation, the area is shaved, but only a small area that will go unnoticed due to the length of the native hair. The recipient area of the patient does not need to be shaved.
To opt for hair transplantation without shaving, it is essential that a medical team determine the feasibility of this technique. If, for aesthetic or medical reasons, shaving all hair is preferable, the patient should opt for a regular FUE hair transplant.
Hair transplantation without shaving is a highly sought-after method, especially for female patients who wish to preserve the length of their hair. It is also the ideal method for men with long hair who wish to avoid shaving their entire head. In any case, a prior hair diagnosis is required so the medical team can determine whether hair transplantation without shaving is feasible.
Hair grafting without shaving is performed using the FUE technique.DHI, which is the same as the widespread FUE technique but with differences in the way the follicular units are implanted in the area affected by alopecia and, of course, without the need to shave the entire hair. This method is performed with an instrument known as an implanter, a scalpel that allows the follicle to be implanted and the incision made simultaneously. To do this, the follicular unit is loaded into the implanter, and the surgeon operates the instrument, making the incision and implantation simultaneously. This makes it much more precise and reduces the chances of damaging the native hair, although it is a more expensive and time-consuming procedure.
As we have previously commented, the hair transplant without a shave is performed with the FUE/DHI, a slight variation of the original FUE technique. The hair transplant procedure without the need to shave the entire head presents slight variations both in terms of instruments and in the implantation of the follicular units with respect to the usual hair implant.
The unshaven hair transplant process consists of several stages: shaving, anesthesia, follicular unit extraction, and finally, implantation.
Even if this is an unshaven hair transplant, it is necessary to shave a small flap in the donor area to perform the extraction. However, this shave will go unnoticed due to the hair's natural length.
During the hair transplant, the patient does not feel any discomfort because local anesthesia is applied. This phase is usually the most uncomfortable because the injection is directly into the scalp, which is why in Hospital Capilar We have pre-anesthesia with which we reduce pain considerably.
General anesthesia is not necessary for a hair transplant, so the patient remains awake and conscious during the entire surgery.
The extraction of follicular units in an unshaven hair transplant is performed in the same way as in a conventional FUE hair transplant. A micromotor-assisted punch is used, and the follicles are extracted one by one to avoid visible scarring. The follicles are placed in Petri dishes for better preservation.
Follicle implantation is performed using the implanter. It's a pen-shaped instrument. Using the implanter, the extracted follicular units are loaded into this instrument, and when activated, the incision is made and the follicle implanted simultaneously. This is done one by one with all the follicles needed to cover the area affected by alopecia. This completes the hair transplant without shaving.
Hair grafting without shaving is a type of technique in high demand for all the benefits it offers, since we will not have to cut the hair. But, in addition to this, what other benefits does the FUE technique offer DHI?
The FUE technique DHI It allows for the redensification of areas of the scalp affected by alopecia. This allows for hair to regrow where it has stopped growing naturally, while maintaining its length.
Hair transplants without shaving are a technique that goes much more unnoticed, as it doesn't require shaving the entire head of hair. This way, the hair's length is preserved without having to worry about losing it during the procedure. This makes it easier to return to everyday life after a hair transplant, as it is less aesthetically noticeable.
By using the "Implanter" it is possible to preserve the weakest hair. This appliance allows it to be less invasive and to introduce the follicular units where it is necessary without damaging the native hair, even if it is weaker. In this way, a greater redensification of the area is allowed without damaging the hair that we already have.
In the same way that it is a method that offers many advantages and benefits for the patient, it also has some drawbacks to take into account.
Even if the medical team determines that you are suitable for a hair transplant, it may not be advisable to opt for a hair transplant without shaving. This may occur when shaving is aesthetically preferable to maintaining the hair's length, or in cases where the surgery is extensive and would take an excessive amount of time. In any case, a prior hair diagnosis is essential to assess each individual case.
Carrying out the implantation with an implanter requires more time, since each follicular unit must be loaded one by one into the instrument. Therefore, unless it is a small surgery, the hair graft without shave is an intervention that lasts longer than a conventional one.
As we have commented, the hair transplant without a shave is performed following the FUE technique. DHI, which follows the FUE but with slight variations. Next we show you what are the differences of the hair graft without shaving with DHI and transplantation with conventional FUE.
The technique DHI It is performed using a device other than conventional FUE. Using a device called Implanter, the incisions are made while the follicular units are implanted. By means of this tool, it is possible to preserve the native hair of the receiving area without the need to shave.
Implantation is not performed by grafting each follicle with forceps into the cavities previously opened with a scalpel. In the FUE technique DHI it is implanted and the incision is made at the same time thanks to the implanter.
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