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What is Neograft Hair Transplant?

Neograft hair transplant is a type of hair restoration procedure that uses a minimally invasive technique called Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). It involves harvesting individual hair follicles from a donor area (typically the back or sides of the head) and then implanting them into the balding or thinning areas.

Here’s how it works:

1. Harvesting Hair Follicles

The Neograft device uses pneumatic pressure to extract hair follicles one at a time, which reduces the trauma to the scalp and helps preserve the follicles’ viability. This process is more precise and less invasive compared to traditional strip methods.

2. Preparing the Recipient Area

The area where the hair will be transplanted is prepared by making tiny incisions or punctures.

3. Implanting the Follicles

The harvested follicles are then implanted into the balding or thinning areas of the scalp in a way that mimics natural hair growth patterns.

Benefits of Neograft Hair Transplant

  • Less Invasive: No scalpel, stitches, or linear scar is involved.
  • Quicker Recovery: Patients generally experience faster healing and less downtime.
  • Natural Results: The transplanted hair grows naturally over time.

Success Rate and Factors

1. Graft Survival Rate

The survival rate of transplanted hair follicles with Neograft is typically around 90-95%, which is comparable to other FUE methods. This means that most of the transplanted hair follicles should grow successfully in the new location.

2. Natural Appearance

The precision of the Neograft device helps to ensure that the transplanted hair mimics natural hair growth patterns, leading to a natural-looking result.

3. Experience of the Surgeon

The expertise of the surgeon or technician performing the procedure is crucial. A skilled practitioner can significantly influence the outcome, ensuring that the follicles are correctly placed and the hairline is designed to look natural.

Long-Term Results

  • Growth Timeline: Transplanted hair typically begins to grow within 3 to 4 months after the procedure, with full results visible around 9 to 12 months.
  • Permanence: The results are long-lasting, as the transplanted hair is resistant to the effects of hormones that cause hair loss. However, ongoing hair loss in non-transplanted areas may require additional treatments in the future.

Overall Satisfaction

  • Many patients report high satisfaction with Neograft, particularly due to its minimally invasive nature and the absence of a linear scar. The natural appearance of the results also contributes to its popularity.

In summary, Neograft has a high success rate, and the procedure is done in-office under local anesthesia. 

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Himansu Shah and discover if you are a good candidate for NeoGraft hair transplant.

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