Hair Transplant New York City

Why Hair Transplant?

As we know from haircuts and styling, the appearance of hair has a major impact on the overall outlook of a person. A receding hairline creates a premature aging look and further increase daily stress due to worry of progressive hair loss. In selected patients, hair transplants can restore the youthful appearance by replanting hair to the anterior hairline. In traumatic cases, techniques of hair transplant can also be used to restore lost beard or eyebrow hair from the previous injury. At Dr. Lao’s office in NYC, hair transplant has been an increasingly popular procedure.

What is Hair Transplant Procedure?

Hair transplantation is a cosmetic procedure designed to restore one’s hair by surgically removing hair from one area (donor site) of the body and transplanting it to another. In many cases, the hair is removed from the sides or back of the head and transplanted to the top. It’s an excellent solution for those suffering from thinning hair or significant balding.

Who are the Best Candidates for a Hair Transplant?

As one of the leading aesthetic practices in NYC, Dr. Lao sees patients of all ages, ethnicities, and genders. Dr. Lao believes that the best candidate for a hair transplant is anyone who feels self-conscious about thinning/ loss of hair. We also highly encourage that you be a healthy adult who maintains realistic expectations from the hair transplant.

What are the Benefits of a Hair Transplant?

While the results are not visible immediately, our patients have been very excited about the new hair growth. We’ve included some of the advantages we’ve seen firsthand from our New York hair transplant patients.

• One of the major benefits that Dr. Lao has noticed in his patients is the amount of confidence that is regained from having a healthy head of hair.
• The treatment can be a permanent remedy.
• Hair transplantation gives you an enhanced appearance.
• The treatment is very low maintenance, and it’s natural looking!

What are the common reasons people lose their hair?

Most people experiencing hair loss in the beginning stages tend to notice their hair thinning in certain areas of their scalp, which can progress over time. This loss can be a result of many factors but some of the most common reasons people do lose their hair are:

• Genetics and Aging - The most common cause of hair loss is age and genetics, in both men and women. Usually starting when an individual reaches their 50s and worsening as they get older, hair loss can affect anyone at any age. In addition to age, genetics play a big part in hair loss as well. Usually stemming from genes provided by their mother, the genes that determine hair type and texture can vary from population to population.
• Alopecia Areata - Alopecia is an autoimmune condition that affects the skin and hair follicles. It is a very common condition that currently affects 6.8 million Americans with a lifetime risk of developing this condition at 2.1 percent. Although this condition can begin at any age, it typically starts in childhood.
• Hormonal Changes - This is one of the primary causes of hair loss in both men and women. For female patients, hormonal changes can occur during pregnancy and menopause. Imbalances in thyroid hormones can also often cause hair loss, as well as high cortisol levels.
• Scalp Psoriasis - This is a very common skin condition where patches of skin on the individual’s scalp are raised, red, and often scaly. Other symptoms include dry scalp, itching, and flakes that look similar to dandruff. It’s not exactly the condition that causes hair loss, but the constant scratching, picking, stress, and harsh treatment that triggers your hair loss.
• Harsh Hair Care - Hair care is vital for healthy hair. Harsh hair care can be as simple as overusing healthy hair care practices or as aggressive as using too many chemical treatments.

What’s the First Step?

The first to get a hair transplant in NYC is to book a consultation with Dr. Lao. We offer free consultations for our New York hair patients, which allows them to come to our state-of-the-art office, meet Dr. Lao, ask questions, and get familiar with the procedure. If you and Dr. Lao both feel that this is the best treatment for you, we’ll book your appointment.

Dr. Lao will have pre and postoperative instructions for you to closely follow. These guidelines ensure that we can provide you with the best possible results. Please be as upfront and honest with Dr. Lao as possible. Remember, good communication will help lead to great results with your hair transplant.

FUT vs FUE

There are mainly two techniques of hair transplants. The Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) involves taking a strip of hair and scalp, most commonly from the back of the head, then under magnification divides them into smaller units then implants them. Dr. Lao will dissect the tissue and transplant the individual follicles to the area where the hair is thinning. This process may also leave a linear post-surgical mark.

The other technique, which is called follicular unit extraction (FUE) is taking individual hair follicles then implanting them one by one into the anterior scalp. The advantage of FUE is no visible scar but requires slightly more time and a larger hair donor area during the procedure.

What to Expect During Your Hair Transplant Procedure

Dr. Lao will begin your hair transplant procedure by cleansing the scalp. He will then administer a local anesthetic to numb the treatment area and ensure that you remain comfortable throughout the entire process.

After the anesthetic takes effect, the donor hair follicles will then be harvested from the designated areas using the FUE or FUT methods. Once the necessary amount of hair is removed, it will then be placed precisely into the recipient area.

Beard & Facial Hair Transplant

Many of our New York hair transplantation patients ask if it’s possible to use the same techniques we use on the scalp on the face. This is possible and the procedure is something Dr. Lao has a lot of experience with. The rugged look comes and goes, and oftentimes patients who can’t grow a beard, wish they could. In these situations, Dr. Lao is able to use his personalized hair transplantation technique to help achieve a more full beard.

Eyebrow Transplantation

Eyebrow transplantations are becoming increasingly more popular. The current trends are thick and even bushy eyebrows. While some patients have tried microblading (tattoos on the eyebrows), this doesn’t give real hair growth. Using a similar technique as we do on the scalp, Dr. Lao is able to help patients grow thick eyebrows with their own hair.

Hair Transplant Recovery

You may feel some discomfort after the surgery is completed. We’ll provide medication to help you feel more comfortable as you heal, reduce the risk of infection, and limit any swelling that may occur. It’s important to take some time off work to ensure that you receive enough time to rest and recover. Patients can usually return to their normal daily routine after about a week.

How Much Does Hair Transplant Surgery Cost in NYC?

The cost of a New York City hair transplant can vary on a number of factors. During your consultation, Dr. Lao will meet with you in his Manhattan office and go over all associated costs.

Why Choose Dr. Lao?

Dr. William Lao is a double-board certified plastic surgeon, which is an achievement most NYC plastic surgeons have not accomplished. By visiting the office of Dr. Lao, you’re trusting your hair to a surgeon, rather than a standard medical office. Dr. Lao understands the uniqueness that different genders and ethnicities have in their hair, and how this can affect how he performs the treatment. Because Dr. Lao has experience working with patients from all over the world, he has the expertise and knowledge to help patients of all demographics re-grow the hair of their dreams. Dr. Lao has achieved Top Doc status on multiple media outlets, including NewBeauty, where he is often asked to loan his expertise.

Asian Hair Transplantation in NYC

While Dr. Lao sees patients of all ethnicities, genders, and ages, he is very well known amongst the Asian community, as the best Asian plastic surgeon in New York. For years, patients have trusted Dr. Lao to help them achieve regrowth of hair and rejuvenation of the scalp.

Schedule Your Consultation

Hair transplantation can help rejuvenate your full head of hair and the confidence that comes along with it. If you’re interested in learning more about the hair transplant procedure in New York City, contact our office to schedule your consultation with Dr. William Lao today. Dr. Lao is a highly-skilled, double-board-certified plastic surgeon who is dedicated to providing patients with personalized care and stunning results.

Hair Transplant FAQs

What are the risks?

While hair transplant surgery is normally a safe procedure, individuals can vary greatly in their healing abilities and physical reactions, and unfortunately, the outcome is never completely predictable. As with any surgical procedure, infection is always a possibility. While very unlikely—especially by top NYC hair transplant surgeon Dr. William Lao— there may also be some excessive bleeding, wide scars (sometimes called “stretch back”) created from tension, the grafts not “taking”, or a “patchy” look caused by hair plugs being placed near patches of hair that continue to thin out.

How long does it take to work?

You may be able to notice a change in your thinning or balding spots just a few days after your procedure, however, it is common for some of the recently implanted hair to fall out. On average, a patient can really notice the full benefits within 3-6 months following their procedure when the new hair growth truly kicks in.

Is a hair transplant permanent?

For the average patient, the answer is Yes. Most recipients of a hair transplant are able to enjoy the benefits of the procedure for many years to come. There is the occasional situation in which the host’s body rejects the hair plants or their non-treated area will begin to thin out naturally.

Is a hair transplant painful?

While the procedure itself is considered to be relatively painless, some soreness and discomfort are normal to experience during the following 24 hours of your surgery. This can usually be alleviated with over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen, although Dr. Lao may prescribe you antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medication to help ensure a successful and easy recovery.