Table of Contents
- Can we transplant hair from other parts of the body?
- In which case is this method most suitable for?
- Limitations and Considerations
- In summary
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Why do some men have fully grown beard but balding on their head? This is a question that many men have for over the years. Especially, those who experiencing heavily hair loss that widespread on their scalp and many are worrying that they might not have enough hair left for a hair transplant.
Is it possible for us to use hair from other parts of the body and which area would it be? What are the results? Are there any limitations? If you are having these questions. We have answers for you.
Without further ado, let’s dive into it.
Can we transplant hair from other parts of the body?
Firstly, we need to understand the concept of hair transplant. Hair transplant is a process that transfer hair follicles, known as grafts, from one area to another usually from the backside of scalp to the area that experiencing hair loss like thinning or balding. From the question, “can we hair from other parts of the body?” the answer is yes. It is possible to transplant hair from any parts of the body because body hair shares a similar structure beneath the skin as scalp hair. The process is called Body Hair Transplantation or BHT for short. We have been using this method for many years and is popular in Europe and middle east. However, only the patient’s body hair can be used for the process.
In which case is this method most suitable for?
- People who do not have enough scalp hair grafts for the transplantation
- People who have already used all of their scalp hair grafts from previous transplant procedures.
In case, the hair of the back and side of the scalp is insufficient. The Surgeon may consider using the BHT method by transferring hair from other parts such as beard, chest, arms, legs, and back etc. This method can be combined with other transplant method to create extra hair density. For example, combined hair grafts from scalp with hair graft from beard to make center of the scalp look denser and more seamless.
Limitations and Considerations
1. Differences of hair characteristic in each area
Hair from different areas of the body can vary in term of length limit, thickness, and growth cycles. The transplanted hair will retain its original characteristics. For example, beard or chest hair is usually thicker and rougher than scalp hair. As a result, body hair is not commonly used for the hairline, as it may not look natural. Usually, it is often used to add density to the center of the scalp, where differences in texture are less noticeable. Beard hair, often taken from under the chin, is suitable for filling in the crown or mid-scalp. However, the extraction process may leave small white marks on the chin.
2. Hair from different areas have distinct growth cycles
Body hair has different growth cycle. The transplanted hair may not have the same growth rate as the scalp hair. It may shed more frequently and it will not outgrow it original length. For example, chest hair can only grow for a few centimeters unlike beard that can grow longer as scalp hair due to similarity in growth cycle.
3. Surgeon’s technique and expertise
The Surgeon is one of the most important factors. A surgeon can determine the success of hair transplantation. The result relies on their experience and skill to select hair grafts from the right area. The process needs to be thoroughly planned to ensure the seamless and a natural look of the outcome result.
