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Body Hair Transplant

A body hair transplant can be a helpful solution for people experiencing hair loss on the scalp who seek full coverage in one sitting, have retrograde thinning in the donor scalp, or have depleted donor scalp hair due to a failed hair transplant.
The hair from the beard, chest, underarms, pubic area or other body sites can be used for the transplantation, with beard hair and chest hair being considered the best options for transplantation on the scalp. However, it is crucial to understand that the transplanted body hair may not behave like the hair on the scalp. Therefore, an experienced doctor should be consulted for a thorough evaluation and discussion on the procedure’s suitability for an individual’s specific case.

Which Type Of Body Hair Should Be Preferred For Transplantation On The Scalp?

The preferred order of body hair for transplantation on the scalp is:

  • 1. Beard
  • 2. Chest
Beard hair is preferred because of its similarity in hair cycle to scalp hair, long anagen phase, the thicker calibre of the hair, a large number of available grafts, and minimal scar formation. Chest hair is less preferred due to its suboptimal success rate and potential for post-inflammatory hyper or hypopigmentation. Other sources like underarms and pubic hair can be used in case of non-availability of preferred donors but are generally not preferred due to their short anagen phase.

Who are the ideal candidates for body hair transplants?

  • Want complete coverage of balding or thinning areas in one sitting!
  • Have a depleted scalp donor, which means that the hair on the back and sides of the scalp may not be suitable for transplant
  • Have suffered from previously failed hair transplants
  • Have retrograde thinning in their scalp donor, which means that hair is thinning in the area where it is typically solid and dense.

Note: The suitability for body hair transplantation is evaluated case-by-case and depends on factors such as the extent and pattern of hair loss, age, medical history, and expectations. It's best to consult with a hair transplant specialist to determine if you are a good candidate for a body hair transplant.

What is the procedure for a body hair transplant?

The procedure for a Body Hair Transplant (BHT) is similar to a regular Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) or Direct Hair Transplant (DHT) procedure. The process involves the removal of individual hair follicles from the donor site on the body, typically the beard, chest, or other areas, and transplanting them to the recipient site on the scalp. The surgeon will use a sharp serrated punch to minimise scars and may need to shave the chest seven days before the surgery to select fast-growing grafts.
In a BHT procedure, the body hair needs to be well-mixed to avoid standing out, as the different calibre and texture of the hair can result in a patchy appearance. Additionally, it’s important to note that body hair cannot be placed in certain areas, such as the hairline or temple, as the results may need to be more aesthetically pleasing. The surgeon will consider the patient’s hair type, texture, and desired outcome to determine the best approach for the BHT procedure.

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