Things You Should Know About Hair Restoration Procedures

Millions of men and women from all over the world are affected from the loss of their hair

. The clinical term 'Alopecia' has been around for some time and with the various stigmas that come along with balding; it certainly can get difficult at times.

A number of things can cause hair loss or Alopecia. Genes seem to be the most prevalent causes of this condition. In May of 2009, Japanese researchers identified a gene called SOX21. The researchers believe that this is the specific gene that causes hair loss. Hormones and stress are also known culprits that trigger excessive shedding of hair.

We all shed hair strands daily, it's normal. In fact, we all shed an average of 100 strands of hair a day. If you notice severe hair fall though, then it might be Alopecia. If you have other family members that suffer from hair loss, there's a chance of inheritance. If you have undeniable patches of baldness while the rest of your head is densely covered in healthy hair, then you can be a candidate for a hair restoration procedure.

With modern advances in the field of medicine, there is a silver lining. Hair restoration procedures can now be done to Alopecia sufferers and the hair restoration cost is considered to be minimal if having a full head of hair is desirable.

The procedure is carried-out by taking healthy hair and then placing it on the balding area. The healthy hair will usually come from the backside or sides of the donor's head where healthy hair is dense. Hair follicles along with skin, tissue and the actual hair strands are extracted. These are called grafts. This will be repeated for the entire session that typically lasts between 5 to 10 hours.

Although the prospect of regaining one's natural hairline is enticing, a lot of people with Alopecia disregard the idea of getting the procedure because of the high hair restoration cost.

Based on today's rates, hair restoration cost can start from $4,000 to $20,000. This price varies depending on the number of sessions needed for the procedure to be completed. Hair restoration cost also changes depending on the number of grafts you'll need for the restoration.

You have to keep in mind that the hair restoration cost will also vary depending on the doctor who'll carry out the procedure. Because this is an important procedure, it would be best to research doctors who specialize in this procedure. Information is available everywhere. You also have to rid yourself of the stigma that the doctor's fee is parallel to his abilities. Most expensive doesn't always mean the best. Other factors that add up to the hair restoration cost are possible hospitalization or clinic fees, medical tests, anesthesia and other medications.

The key is to get an opinion from at least two to three different doctors before finalizing your decision. Research and consult with your doctor(s) until you find a hair restoration cost that'll suit you and your budget.

by: Andrew Long

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