Beard and mustache transplantation can be done widely and practically today. Thanks to mustache transplantation performed with the FUE hair transplantation method, you can have healthy and thick hair and achieve a masculine appearance. In preliminary meetings, your mustache and beard line is determined and the most natural look is aimed.
How is beard transplantation done? What techniques are used?
Beard transplantation follows a process similar to hair transplantation. A process is usually used that includes the following steps:
- Consultation: Before beard transplantation, it is decided which techniques are suitable as a result of a detailed examination and consultation with the doctor.
- Determination of Donor Hair: For beard transplantation, donor hair is usually taken from the nape area. For this purpose, grafts can be removed individually or in strips.
- Opening the channels: Channels where the beard will be placed are opened in the recipient area (the area where the beard will be transplanted).
- Transplantation of Grafts: The grafts removed to the recipient area are placed appropriately in the opened channels.
Technically, techniques such as FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) can be used in beard transplantation. In the FUE technique, grafts are taken and placed one by one, while in the FUT technique, strips of tissue are taken from the nape area, grafts are removed from this tissue and placed in the beard area.
It is important to talk in detail with a specialist doctor during this process, which varies depending on the needs of each patient.
How long does beard transplantation take?
Beard transplantation time may vary depending on the method used and the number of grafts. Usually the process takes between 4 and 8 hours. However, this period may vary depending on the person’s hair type, condition of the beard area and general health condition.
Who is a good candidate for beard transplantation?
- Genetically low beard growth: People who do not have enough beard or have sparse beard due to genetic factors may be good candidates for beard transplantation.
- Scars or burns in the beard area: People who have sparse beards due to accidental scars or burns can solve this problem with beard transplantation.
- Little or no beard growth due to hormonal reasons: People who have little or no facial hair due to some hormonal imbalance or medical condition may be potentially good candidates.
- Psychological effect: Individuals whose irregular and sparse beard growth has a negative impact on personal self-confidence can also choose this procedure for psychological improvement purposes.
How many grafts are needed for beard transplantation?
The number of grafts required for beard transplantation may vary from person to person, because everyone’s beard area is different and the number of grafts may vary depending on the desired result. Generally, beard transplantation is performed between 500 and 300 grafts. This amount is determined depending on the person’s current beard density, desired shape and density.
How long does the recovery process take after beard transplantation?
The recovery process after beard transplantation may vary from person to person, but is usually completed within 1 to 2 weeks. Mild swelling, redness and crusting may occur in the first few days. During this process, wound care should be performed as recommended by the doctor.
The grafts should be washed frequently in the first few weeks to help them settle into place in a healthy manner. Normally, a period of approximately 1 week may be required to return to work and resume social activities, but full recovery and the new beard becoming apparent can usually occur within 6 to 12 months.
