Helping Hair Loss After a Brow or Face Lift
By Sara Wasserbauer | Published on August 11, 2010 | 0 Comments
Brow and face lifts are often done for aesthetic benefits, but these types of procedures can also produce some scarring. Fortunately, this scarring can often be hidden thanks to the presence of hair; but if hair loss occurs years down the road following brow or face lift surgery, it is wise to enlist the help of a trusted hair restoration specialist. A hair transplant can do an excellent job at lowering the hairline or filling in areas of scarring that are left over from a brow or face lift procedure.
According to Dr. Sara Wasserbauer, a Diplomate of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery based in Walnut Creek, California, there are plenty of benefits to having a hair transplant following these specific types of cosmetic procedures. One immediate advantage is that the hair that is transplanted will be permanent, as opposed to some of the hair that remains on the head following a brow or face lift, which can potentially grow thin or fall out over time.
The problem with thinning or shedding hair following a brow or face lift is that it can begin to reveal a leftover surgical scar – even if the cosmetic procedure in question took place several decades prior. While surgical scars of this nature tend to be somewhat small in nature, many who experience hair loss following brow or face lifts tend to find themselves concerned with the notion of having their scars become more visible. Fortunately, a good hair transplant surgeon can prevent this from happening by either adding hair around the scarred area, filling in the scar with hair, or, in some cases, doing both.
Dr. Wasserbauer adds that hair transplantation surgery following a brow or face lift is a viable option for both men and women. The key, however, is for those in need of this type of procedure to opt for a surgeon who has experience catering to both genders. Since the female hairline differs tremendously from the average male hairline, it’s important to find a restoration specialist who is intimately familiar with these nuances; otherwise, the results could end up looking unnatural.
On the other hand, women who do choose to undergo hair transplants following their brow or face lifts tend to find themselves thrilled with their outcomes when things are done correctly. According to Dr. Wasserbauer, getting a hair transplant after brow or face lift surgery can enable a woman to once again wear her hair pulled up or combed back – something that is not really an option when it comes to hiding a post-surgical scar. In her experience, the ability to introduce more variety into one’s appearance is often times motivation enough for some women to opt for transplants following brow or face lift procedures.
Although hair transplants can be extremely instrumental in masking the effects of brow or face lift scarring, for some patients, the idea of undergoing yet another surgery is one that is far from appealing. Fortunately, other treatment options do exist, primarily in the form of Rogaine or Propecia. These non-surgical therapies can help to stimulate hair growth, thereby aiding in the process of covering up scarring.
Dr. Wasserbauer encourages male and female patients to explore their options when hair loss kicks in following a brow or face lift. Rather than worry about revealing their post-operative scars, those who take action can do something about the problem before it impacts them aesthetically.
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