Many people probably think, "Every time I look in the mirror, I'm bothered by my thinning hair, maybe I should just get a hair transplant to increase it all at once..."
Hair transplantation, which produces a clear change in appearance, is an attractive option, but in reality, "getting a hair transplant is not the end goal."
This time, I'll discuss the realities you should know before considering hair transplantation, and the ever-evolving option of regenerative medicine.

Recently, we've seen an increase in patients who come to our clinic after having undergone hair transplantation, and some have even had it done three or four times.
Hair transplantation is a wonderful technique, but in my opinion, it should only be considered a "last resort."
Before hastily deciding on a procedure, let's first clarify what is currently happening to your scalp and what other options are available besides hair transplantation.

The reality after hair transplantation

There are several realities that cannot be avoided when considering a hair transplant.
While some people are happy that it has become established, there seem to be other cases where this is not the case.

1. The progression of AGA (Androgenetic Alopecia) cannot be stopped.
The most important thing to know is that "hair transplantation does not stop the progression of AGA (androgenetic alopecia) itself."
Even if the transplanted hair takes root, the surrounding natural hair will continue to recede due to AGA (androgenetic alopecia).
This can result in a vicious cycle where only the transplanted area remains unnaturally while the area beneath it thins, forcing some people to undergo hair transplants every few years.

2. Risk of permanent fixation and visual incongruity
Even after spending a considerable amount of money to plant them, there's still a non-zero risk that they won't take root due to rejection reactions or other reasons and will fall out.
Additionally, the downtime is long, ranging from six months to a year. After the procedure, it takes time to care for the scabs and for the shaved hair to grow back completely.
Furthermore, scalp problems such as hardening of the skin in the hair transplant area, dandruff, and itching are also common occurrences.
Furthermore, the growth of unnaturally thick hairs in localized areas can often create an unnatural appearance in photographs or in person.

3. Ultimately, treatment with oral medication or injections is necessary.
Many people mistakenly believe that "once you get a hair transplant, you don't need to do anything else," but in reality, you must continue treatment with oral medication or injections to maintain the transplanted hair and stop the thinning of the surrounding hair.

▼This article explains the risks of hair growth and why oral medication is necessary for maintaining hair.
 

▼Why are oral medications essential for AGA treatment? 
 

Evolving regenerative medicine

Before you become convinced that "hair transplantation is the only option," I would like you to be aware of the advancements in regenerative medicine.
AGA treatment, which used to be limited to maintaining the current condition with oral and topical medications, has now evolved to the stage where injection treatments can "regenerate lost hair."
At Dr. Touhi Clinic, we offer the following highly effective treatments:

[Regenerative Medicine at Dr. Touhi Clinic]
・iPS cell culture supernatant treatment
・PRP treatment
Exosome therapy

▼Click here for more details about iPS cell culture supernatant therapy.

▼Click here for more details about PRP treatment.

▼Learn more about exosomes here

The importance of scalp diagnosis

At our clinic, we have patients who come to us half-resigned to their fate, saying, "My hair follicles are gone and my skin is completely smooth, so hair transplantation is my only option."
However, even if the skin looks smooth to the naked eye, a closer examination with a microscope reveals that in most cases, the pores are actually still very much alive. 
As long as the hair follicles remain, it is possible to reactivate the hair roots through regenerative medicine and bring back your own hair.

It would be a great waste to decide on your own that "it's too late."
First, start by getting a free scalp diagnosis to learn about your own scalp.
Let's use a microscope to accurately assess the condition of your hair follicles and explore ways to take preventative measures before it's too late.

▼We're revealing our clinic's medical scalp diagnosis!
 

Summary

Hair transplantation certainly has the power to dramatically change the appearance of hair volume.
But,It's a "last resort" that involves a very big decision, considering skin problems, long-term maintenance, and costs.
As a first choice, why not trust in the "regenerative power" of your own hair follicles? 
Start by getting a scalp diagnosis to understand your own scalp.
Let's use a microscope to accurately assess the condition of your hair follicles and explore ways to take preventative measures before it's too late.

▼Introducing cases from our clinic
 
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