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Many years ago, very few men opted for a hair transplant, and those that did were often ridiculed and embarrassed.
However, in 2018 hair transplants are much more common and socially accepted.
From the rise in clinics providing hair tranplant procedures, to celebrities and other people being more open about transplant, times have definitely moved on.

Many men can suffer from thinning hairlines, either due to age, family history, or a medical condition than can weaken follicles.
One rather common medical illness that is known for causing hair loss is pneumonia. However, many serious illnesses can result in a loss of hair. This is not exclusive to men either, meaning that women can also experience hair loss because of illness.
It’s also worth noting that you are not limited to one hair transplant. Often people return for more surgery as they age to boost the results of their first transplant.
The two most common areas for hair transplant are at the front of the head and at the top.
While having a hair transplant is not as popular as having a boob job, times are changing and more people are correcting their hair loss. It is also becomming more socially acceptable and seen as a way to boost self confidence and apperance to others.
There are many celebrities who have had procedures to correct hair loss or thinning and have spoken publically about it, including Dr Christian Jessen (known from Channel 4’s Embarrasing Bodies), Wayne Rooney and James Nesbitt.
Losing your hair can also play a part in mental health issues. Therefore, with the increased publicity and the fact that hair transplants are more common, men no longer need to suffer in silence, which is definitely a positive thing in modern times.
One of the most common types of implant is FUT – Follicular Unit Transportation. This is a procedure whereby individual hairs are taken from a particular part of the head (usually the back) in a strip, separated and (re)planted in the hairline. To read more about this procedure, please see out hair transplant FUT page.
You can also contact us any time for a chat about hair loss treatments and arrange a consultation with no obligation or pressure. Consultations can be great for finding out more about procedures, asking questions and getting the peace of mind you need to make an informed decision about hair transplantation.

Celebrities who have had a hair transplant

One of the reasons why hair transplants have become more popular in 2018 than any other year, is the amount of exposure they receive from celebrities. Often the media reports when a celebrity has undergone hair loss procedures, but because they are now more socially acceptable, a lot more are going public and being open about their treatments.

-Wayne Rooney
-Louis Walsh
-Calum Best
-James Nesbitt
-George Sampson

While we do agree that it is a positive thing that people are being more open about hair loss, there are still some celebrities who are unconfirmed but rumoured to have undergone hair loss treatments. These include; Rafa Nadal, Gordon Ramsay and Rob Brydon.
Hair transplant costs are one of the main concerns for many people. While transplants can depend on a number of factors, they tend to be around the £3000-£6000 mark. We have been performing hair loss treatments for many years including FUT and FUE transplants. Our prices are £3 per graft with a minimum of 1000 grafts. However, this can vary based on the area being treated.

Call today on 0161 507 8822 to discuss how hair loss can transform your life and boost self confidence. Gone are the days of wearing a hat to hide your bald patch, we put a full head of hair within reach for many men located in Manchester and surrounding areas and we can do the same for you.

To know more about hair transplant, please visit: https://manchesterprivatehospital.com/cosmetic-surgery/hair-transplant/

When it comes to having a hair transplant, the first decision a patient has to make is whether they want FUT or FUE. Whilst this may seem somewhat of a minefield at first, once you get to the know the full details your decision will become easier and clearer. This is also one of the main factors a consultant will discuss with you during a consultation to see what is right for you and your goals. So knowing the pros and cons of each will help.

FUT, also known as ‘strip’ method stands for Follicular Unit Transplantation .
The technique used in FUT is that an area of tissue is taken from the head – usually at the back and sides – and then the individual hairs (aka follicular units) are removed from the strip.
The technique used in FUE, which stands for Follicular Unit Extraction, is where each individual hair is taken from the head one at a time (aka harvested) by using very small incisions or a punch device.
FUE method is usually carried out over a larger area of the head (aka donor area), whereas FUT is sometimes limited to just one area (strip) at the back.
When it comes to hair transplants, there is no right or wrong answer, but simply different techniques that can achieve the same result using a different method.
However, choosing which method to use can be tricky on your own.
That is why at the Manchester Private Hospital, we always give you all the details you need including the benefits of each method in order to make your decision easier.

Benefits

The primary benefit of FUT is that it usually gives a high amount of hair folicles to harvest and work with for the transplant.
This can be particularly beneficial if the patient wants fullness and coverage of a large surface area.
The precise transplantation technique in FUT gives the surgeon more choice from the donor area with a better chance that more preservation of the follicle and connective tissue.
The primary benefit of FUE is that it does not leave scarring at the donor site. This also means quicker time to heal post-surgery.
Also, if the patients preference is to have shorter hair, particularly at the back of the head, then FUE is preferred as FUT usually requires longer hair to cover up scars at the donor area.
During a consultation, patients are always assessed to check their scalp and looseness. Sometimes patients are not able to have FUT hair transplants if the surgeon feels the scalp will not heal as it should due to the strip surgery.

FUT and FUE combined

If you are considering a hair transplant to cure balding or thinning on the head, it is possible to have both procedures.
If a patient chooses to have FUT but during the procedure the scalp becomes too tight, it is possible to also undergo FUE. A surgeon will usually decided whether it can be performed at the same time or at another time in the future.
Sometimes with either procedure the amount of hairs is not enough. Therefore, switching to the other is an option to maximise coverage.

Grafts

A graft is the name given to the hair that is extracted from the donor site. The quality of the graft is very important in the success of the transplant both during and after the surgery. It can be the difference to more coverage of the head and recovery post-surgery.

FUT can sometimes produce better grafts than FUE because hair folicles are carefully dissected from the donor strip, potentially leaving more of the connective tissue intact. However, this can rely on the quality and skills of the surgeon performing the transplant as they need to be highly trained in precise dissection under a microscope.

With FUE method, there are risks involved with extracting the hair follicle in the sense that connective tissue may be cut or damaged, especially as the lower part of the follicle – under the skin – and the direction it goes can only be estimated. In addition, it is very important that each hair is extracted deep enough to gather all of the follicle and connective tissue. Otherwise some of the follicle may not be transplanted. The result of this is lower quality hair that may not grow as they should or be susceptible to damage easily.

In 2018, technology has advanced so much so that there are now robots in use for FUE transplants. These can sometimes be more precise and higher quality compared to manually extracting each follicle.
Another comparison to note between FUT and FUE is that hair loss is more likely to (re)occur in the future with FUE compared with FUT.
The reason behind this is that because hairs in FUT are taken in a strip from a strong area of the head (the back) that is less likely to bald, the transplant has the potential to last longer. However, with FUE, because the hairs are taken from a larger region of the head, some may susceptible to hair loss and be poorer quality if not taken from a more permanent area.
It is worth noting however, that because FUE wounds are more widespread, although they heal quicker than FUT, each wound heals with a mini-scar and may make future hair transplants less possible / less successful.
Comparing the two methods is sometimes complex and there are many factors to consider. What might be right for one patient may not be right for you. It also depends on how many grafts are needed based on what you want to achieve.

If you’re considering a hair transplant, why not contact us for a friendly chat about FUT and FUE to see which method would suit your needs best? We are able to arrange a consultation with you to discuss your needs and advise you on the best way to proceed. Consultations are free from pressure and you can walk away at any time should you change your mind.

If you want more details about hair transplant, then please visit : https://manchesterprivatehospital.com/cosmetic-surgery/hair-transplant/