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Hair transplant surgery has been growing in popularity over the past several years. This video clip provides a basic overview of hair transplant surgery.
Performed on men and women alike, hair transplant surgery is usually done under local anesthesia or IV sedation on an outpatient basis. Your surgeon will start by removing small strips of hair from a donor area before separating them into individual follicles containing one or two hairs each. These grafts are then implanted into thinning or balding areas.
Find out if you’re a candidate for hair transplant surgery by contacting Dr. Kiely, MD Hair Transplant Surgeon today at (240) 292-4315 or on our website.
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In our latest blogs, we’ve discussed some tips to help make your hair transplantation successful as well as different hair restoration options. We’ve also explored myths about hair loss and the steps to take when preparing for a hair restoration procedure. You can find additional information on these topics with the links below. To learn more about hair transplantation in the Washington D.C. area, visit our website or call the office of Dr. Kiely, MD Hair Transplant Surgeon today at (240) 292-4315.
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Undergoing a hair transplant procedure can be exciting, as you know that you will soon have fuller hair. However, it is important to be well-prepared for the surgery. Take a look at the tips below to learn more about getting ready for your surgery:
Learn about the Procedure
Your doctor will provide you with information about the procedure during your consultation. Be sure to read any documents that your physician provides so that you are well-informed about the surgery and the recovery process.
Do Not Have Your Hair Cut
It is not recommended that you get a haircut in the days prior to a hair transplantation. The site from which your hair is removed, called the donor site, is often easier to conceal if the hair surrounding it is longer. In addition, your hair may look different than you expect after the procedure, so getting it styled beforehand is not a wise choice. You should, however, wash your hair on the evening or morning before your surgery.
Avoid Anti-Inflammatory Medications and Cigarette Smoke
Taking certain medications immediately before your hair transplantation can lead to excessive bleeding during surgery. Smoking cigarettes beforehand can inhibit blood flow to your scalp, resulting in a longer recovery time.
Make Arrangements for a Ride Home
Depending on the extent of your procedure, your doctor may choose to administer a sedative prior to your surgery. In this case, it is essential to arrange transportation before arriving for your procedure.
Follow Your Doctor’s Instructions
It is important to carefully follow all of the instructions that your doctor provides about preparing for hair transplantation. Your physician will provide information about food or drinks that you should avoid before the procedure, blood tests that should be completed, and vitamins that you should or should not take.
Having completed over 14,000 hair restoration procedures, Dr. Kiely, MD Hair Transplant Surgeon is an expert at helping patients prepare for this surgery. To learn more about hair restoration in the Baltimore area, visit our website and call our office today at (240) 292-4315.
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According to this recent article from the American Hair Loss Association, temporary and permanent hair loss and male and female pattern baldness may be the result of commonly prescribed prescription medication. Some doctors may not mention hair loss as a side effect of certain drugs, so it is best to do research on your own or ask your pharmacist and read the drug manufacturer’s warnings before consuming. If your doctor does prescribe any of the following drugs, ask for a substitute drug that does not include hair loss as a possible side effect.
The drugs below are those commonly prescribed for depression and can cause short or long term hair loss and may trigger the onset of male and female pattern baldness. Note that these drugs listed are not those used for cancer treatment such as chemotherapy and radiation. For the full list of commonly prescribed medications that may cause hair loss, see the full article here.
Depression
- Antidepression drugs, including:
- Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride)
- Zoloft (sertraline hydrochloride)
- Paxil (paroxetine)
- Anafranil (clomipramine)
- Janimine (imipramine)
- Tofranil (imipramine)
- Tofranil PM (imipramine)
- Adapin (doxepin)
- Sinequan (doxepin)
- Surmontil (trimipramine)
- Pamelor (nortriptyline)
- Ventyl (nortriptyline)
- Elavin (amitriptyline)
- Endep (amitriptyline)
- Norpramin (desipramine)
- Pertofrane (desipramine)
- Vivactil (protriptyline hydrochloride)
- Asendin (amoxapine)
- Haldol ( haloperidol)
If you are experiencing hair loss or would like more information about possible causes and solutions, contact Dr. Kiely MD. We can offer you suggestions on treatment and can advise you how to proceed if you are thinking about surgical procedures. Visit our website or call us at (240) 292-4315 today!
Last updated 1 year ago
Baldness and thinning hair can by caused by a number of factors, including heredity, stress, and environmental influences. Permanent hair loss, which affects both men and women, can be treated using surgical hair transplantation.
With this clip, you can learn about the causes and treatment options for male and female pattern baldness, as well as the process involved in hair transplantation surgery.
The best way to determine whether you are a candidate for a hair transplant procedure is to schedule a consultation with a physician who specializes in hair restoration. To learn more, call the office of Dr. Kiely, MD Hair Transplant Surgeon today at (240) 292-4315.
