Surgical versus non surgical management of Baldness
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Baldness is probably the most rampant of plastic surgical problems, and indeed is the most common consultation in males in a Plastic Surgeon’s office. We know the reasons for baldness, and it should not come as a surprise to learn that baldness is also present in females, evidenced by hair thinning and then patches of baldness, particularly in the perimenopausal and post- menopausal women. Various surgical and non surgical procedures like hair transplant, hair weaving and bonding, wigs, medical therapy like minoxidil and finasteride are in use and present a confusing array of treatment for the bald patient
So what are the choices
Hair loss and thinning is a direct effect of the role of testosterone on the its receptors in the scalp, and the hair region in the back of the head is usually fairly resistant to the effects of testosterone, and thus maintains hair for longer periods. It is these facts that are the basis of various treatment modalities.
Role of Medical therapy
Finasteride is a testosterone receptor blocker, and blocks the effect of testosterone. Thus it allows a decrease in hair fall and probably gets back a few of the faller hair, in that the nano hair, that are there, probably get thicker. It is a drug, used primarily in older patients with prostate problems. In baldness the dosage that is prescribed is very small from 1 mg daily to alternate days; at this dose there are virtually no side effects
Minoxidil is an agent that increases the blood supply of the scalp, and indirectly increases the density of the hair, and a small reduction of hair fall. However, less than half of the people who actually use it, have a tangible benefit. Both these drugs need to be taken for prolonged periods, often the life time.
Hair transplant – this is the only true solution to baldness. The surgical procedure which is a single day job, done under local anesthesia, and hardly any discomfort, is the only natural procedure available. The hair that is implanted, almost never falls, can grow to any length, and do not require maintenance. There are almost no precautions to be taken after a hair transplant. It is possible to repeat the procedure after 6 months gap for almost 3 times. However we have to know that hair transplant requires 6 months for effect to show, as the hair has to pass through a natural phase. Also, we cannot assure a density, that was present in younger ages, and for one to achieve that kind of density, repeat procedures are required.
Hair weaving, bonding – these are artificial procedures, in which someone elses hair is used to cover the head. The hair is fixed to the head with silicone adhesives, or with clips or sutures to the remaining hair. The advantage is that it is a fast procedure, painless, instant, and gives a great density. However low costs should not influence the decision, since one has to go the beauty parlour every 2 weeks to get it refixed, adding to the costs. Also one cannot go out in a strong wind or heavy rainfall, cannot swim, or airdive, or perform any exertional outdoor activity or physical contact sports. Sever allergies are known to occur with the adhesives, and hair gets loose from the constant traction of the clips that is used to fix the patch.
HAIR TRANSPLANT IS THE BEST !!!!!!!!!!!
About Me Dr Amit Gupta is a Plastic Surgeon from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi, who has specialized in the fields of Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Surgery, Microfollicular Hair Transplant, and Lasers. He was awarded with Gold Medal during his training for his academic days, Dr Amit Gupta joined the superspeciality Course of Plastic Surgery at Maulana Azad Medical College which he cleared in 2007 in his attempt. During his training he underwent training in Burns Trauma Management Cancer and Microvascular Surgery Reconstructive and Congenital Defect Correction Surgery. He then pursued specialized fellowships in Cosmetic Surgery in Belgium (Europe) and Brazil. He has trained with Dr Patrick Tonnard in Belgium where he was trained in MACS Lift Surgery which is the most current development in the field of Facial Rejuvenative Surgery in Europe. He then pursued fellowships in Cosmetic Surgery in Brazil where he trained with the likes of Dr Ruth Graf and Dr Ana Zulmira who are regarded as icons in Cosmetic Surgery
Dr Amit Gupta is a Plastic Surgeon from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi, who has specialized in the fields of Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Surgery, Microfollicular Hair Transplant, and Lasers. He joined Maulana Azad Medical College in 1994, and completed his MBBS in 1999, with University Honours. He was awarded with Gold Medal during his training for his academic excellence. He was awarded with the Lt. Governor?s Trophy for the Best All Round Medical Graduate in the year 1999, and Dr KB Sharma Shield for Best Contributor to Corporate Life of College.
Dr Amit Gupta joined the superspeciality Course of Plastic Surgery at Maulana Azad Medical College which he cleared in 2007 in his attempt. During his training he underwent training in Burns Trauma Management Cancer and Microvascular Surgery Reconstructive and Congenital Defect Correction Surgery. He then pursued specialized fellowships in Cosmetic Surgery in Belgium (Europe) and Brazil. He has trained with Dr Patrick Tonnard in Belgium where he was trained in MACS Lift Surgery which is the most current development in the field of Facial Rejuvenative Surgery in Europe. He then pursued fellowships in Cosmetic Surgery in Brazil where he trained with the likes of Dr Ruth Graf and Dr Ana Zulmira who are regarded as icons in Cosmetic Surgery