What is a hair transplant?
A hair transplant performed at the Medistica clinic in Kraków is a surgical procedure designed to restore hair in areas that have become completely bald or where the hair has thinned. The procedure involves the harvesting and transplantation of grafts,
i.e. tufts of hair (usually 2–3 hairs). The risk of damage to the harvested hair follicles and neighbouring follicles is minimal.
The transplanted hair retains its genetic properties – it is resistant to androgens and is not subject to androgenetic alopecia. The hair transplant methods used at the Medistica clinic allow for repeat procedures, meaning that transplantation can be repeated as hair loss progresses. Hair transplantation provides lasting, natural results, without the risk of graft rejection
or a long recovery period.
The benefits of a hair transplant
- Low invasiveness of the procedure
- Very short recovery time
- Minimal risk of post-procedure complications
- Any pain experienced after the procedure is short-lived and mild
- Scarring does not usually occur,
- and if it does, the scars are tiny
- with a diameter of 0.8–0.9 mm
- Repeatable procedure – it can be performed as hair loss progresses
- Hair transplantation does not restrict professional activity
The hair transplant procedure in Medistica
A hair transplant using the S.A.F.E.R. method (Suction-Assisted Follicular Extraction and Re-implantation) begins with the application of a local anaesthetic (lidocaine solution) to the scalp. The donor area (the occipital region) is where the grafts – tufts of hair usually consisting of 2–3 hairs – are harvested.
The grafts are harvested using a special punch,
which penetrates the skin to a depth of 1.5–2 mm. This creates a small hole with a diameter of 0.8–0.9 mm. The punch cuts through the arrector pili muscle that anchors the hair follicles in the skin, after which the grafts are extracted using compressed air. The donor area bleeds and then forms scabs – it usually
heals without scarring.
Micro-incisions (cuts) are made in the recipient area, into which the harvested grafts are inserted. After the procedure, scabs form at the transplant site, which remain for 1–2 weeks.
Full recovery takes about 2 weeks. The results of the hair transplant become visible 6–12 months after the procedure.
Duration
3–5 hours
Comfort
The procedure is performed in a comfortable semi-sitting and sitting position
Results
Results are noticeable after 6-12 months
Anaesthesia
The procedure is performed under anaesthesia
Time off work
Time off work is optional, not required
Activity
You may not use the gym, swimming pool or sauna after the procedure
Indications:
- androgenetic alopecia among men
- łandrogenetic alopecia among women – stable androgen levels
- hair loss caused by injury, surgery or a medical condition (after recovery)
Contraindications:
- advanced diabetes
- uncontrolled blood pressure
- inflammatory scalp conditions
- lichen planus
- blood clotting disorders
- allergy to topical anaesthetics
- history of heart attack
- general physical deterioration
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We answer your questions
The most common causes of hair loss include hormonal issues, poor diet and prolonged stress. In addition, problems with scalp care, existing medical conditions and their treatment contribute to this condition.
The clinic identifies different types of hair loss and offers effective treatment requiring the collaboration of dermatologists, trichologists and cosmetologists to address the root causes, rather than merely masking the symptoms.
