What is eyebrow transplantation?
Eyebrow transplantation, which is generally preferred by women, is an application made to patients whose eyebrows do not look like they used to or have no eyebrows-innate- due to various reasons (burns, accidents, trauma and loss of eyebrows after -long period of- regular eyebrow plucking, etc.).
It basically shows similar features to hair transplantation. It is made with FUE technique. The grafts taken from the nape (back of the neck) of the person are taken and transferred to the previously opened channels in the eyebrow area. The procedure is completed by this way. Before the medical procedure, a specialist dermatologist draws the eyebrow model that is suitable for the shape of face that patient requests to the eyebrow area. After drawing step, the average density and thickness are calculated and an inference is made about the number of grafts.
How is the eyebrow transplantation procedure applied?
Local anaesthesia is applied to eyebrow transplantation just like hair transplantation. Following this anaesthesia operation, small scale -diameter- channels are opened with lateral slit. Roots necessary for transplantation are collected one by one with the help of micro motor / manual punch, placed in the previously opened channels. Although the procedure time varies according to the number of grafts, the average duration is 2-4 hours.
What are the advantages of FUE technique in eyebrow transplantation?
Under favour of FUE technique application, eyebrow transplantation creates a natural appearance after planting. There will be no difference between the existing eyebrows in this appearance and the recovery time realizes at normal eyebrow growth rate. This is a method that gives permanent results.
Is eyebrow transplantation a risky procedure?
No. It does not have any risks. However, it is a procedure that must be performed by an expert. The grafts obtained should be removed with an average angle of 10-15 degrees from the nape. Otherwise, as well as from healthy wise a poor appearance will occur from aesthetic wise. In addition, every application that has not been performed in the clinical environment by the rules of sterilization and hygiene is a factor to be considered in terms of human health. It is necessary to give a meticulous attention and to work with an expert team especially in the processes that are easily exposed to the infection on skin surface.
What kind of change occurs in the transplanted eyebrows?
After the first session, some part of the eyebrows are lost. This is an expected result. Eyebrows grow again after -initial- loss. At the beginning, thin-stranded and weak eyebrow strands are seen, then these newly grown eyebrow strands begins thickening over time.
What should be given attention after eyebrow transplantation?
After eyebrow transplantation, it is necessary to protect the transplanted area. In the light of doctor's recommendations, belows are among the precautions that should be taken:
- *not to contact with water for a certain period
- *not to wet or wash the area
Eyebrows should not be dyed until exact results are obtained after transplanting. Care should be taken not to use cosmetic products such as lotions, creams, etc. within a few days after eyebrow transplantation.
When do the lost eyebrows come out?
After eyebrow transplantation, in one week, crusting and eyebrow hair loss is met. The time to reach the natural appearance of eyebrows is completed at the end of one year.
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