Description

Hair restoration is a surgical procedure that moves hair from one part of the scalp to another to treat baldness or thinning hair. It's also known as hair replacement surgery or a hair transplant. How it works A surgeon removes a strip of hair from the back or sides of the scalp. The hair is divided into small grafts. The grafts are transplanted into the balding areas of the scalp. The donor site heals as a scar that's usually hidden by the remaining hair. Procedure A dermatologist or plastic surgeon performs the procedure. The procedure is usually performed in a surgeon's office. The patient is numbed with an anesthetic. The procedure can take several hours. The patient may need more than one session.