An eyebrow transplant is a permanent cosmetic procedure to make your eyebrows fuller or replace lost hair. Your surgeon will perform this procedure using your scalp or hair graft to replace your existing eyebrows.
There are two main types of eyebrow transplant: Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE).
FUT involves removing a strip of hair from the donor area, which is then divided into individual follicular units under a microscope. These units are then transplanted into the eyebrow area. FUT is a less invasive procedure and leaves a linear scar in the donor area, which is usually covered by hair.
FUE involves extracting individual follicular units from the donor area using a punch tool. The units are then transplanted into the eyebrow area. FUE is a more invasive procedure, but it leaves no linear scar in the donor area.
Before you get an eyebrow transplant, you'll meet with your plastic surgeon or service provider to discuss your goals for eyebrow transplantation. During this consultation, your surgeon:
• Check out the hair growth on your eyebrows and the location of a potential donor area on your scalp. The donor area is a section of skin with hair follicles on your scalp that your surgeon will remove during your eyebrow replacement.
• Ask you questions about your medical history, family history, lifestyle, and medications you're taking.
• Discuss your expectations for the surgery.
• Notice of potential risks or side effects.
• Explain the type of anesthesia they will use, how long the surgery will take, and how you should prepare for the surgery.
After eyebrow transplant surgery, you can go home the same day. It is very rare to have to spend the night in the hospital after an eyebrow transplant.
Your surgeon will instruct you on how to care for your surgical site. Some care instructions may include:
• Get enough rest after surgery.
• Wear bandages until advised to remove them. Do not engage in strenuous activities until your provider tells you it is safe.
• Take the pain reliever prescribed by your provider.
• Some stitches will need to be removed while others may resolve on their own after a few days.
• Be careful and cautious when washing your surgical site(s).
• Make follow-up appointments with your surgeon to see if your skin is healing properly.
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We recommend you be here one day before the operation so that your preparations can be made. In this way, your preparation process for the operation will proceed more easily.
This period is a minimum of 3 days. During this period, your post-op care will be carried out. When your doctor is sure that you are feeling well, you can return to your country.
The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. Some patients may experience some mild discomfort or swelling, but this typically subsides within a few days.
The procedure typically takes 2 to 4 hours to complete, depending on the extent of the transplantation and the number of grafts required.
The healing process varies from person to person, but it typically takes around 2 to 3 months for the transplanted hair to fully heal and start to grow.
Eyebrow transplants can be performed on anyone who has adequate hair on other parts of their body to use as donor hair. However, the best candidates are those with good overall health and realistic expectations for the outcome of the procedure.
The hair used for eyebrow transplants is usually taken from the scalp, as this hair is typically the same color and texture as eyebrow hair.
Some of the potential risks associated with eyebrow transplantation include infection, scarring, and poor healing. However, these risks are typically minimal and can be effectively managed with proper aftercare.
The cost of an eyebrow transplant can vary widely, depending on factors such as the extent of the procedure, the type of hair used, and the surgeon's experience and expertise. On average, eyebrow transplants can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $8,000 or more.
The transplanted hair is typically permanent and will last for the rest of the person's life.
Yes, eyebrow transplants can often be combined with other cosmetic procedures, such as eyelid surgery or a brow lift, to achieve optimal results.