Failed Hair Transplant in Istanbul: Let’s Turn Regret into Regrowth

Not all hair transplants have a 100% success rate. Things can go wrong when the procedure is performed by unskilled specialists in non-accredited clinics. However, the good news is that a failed hair transplant in Istanbul can be repaired, specifically at Rimo Hair Clinic, which will provide you with an unparalleled opportunity to regain your self-confidence. This article will focus on two points: the reasons for hair transplant failure and how to fix them.

Failed Hair Transplant in Istanbul: Why Do They Fail?

Hair transplants fail if a sufficient number of transplanted hairs do not settle into the new location and grow normally and permanently after the recovery period. There are specific reasons for failed hair transplants, but they generally fall into two categories: either the transplant was not performed correctly (or was not acceptable) in the first place, or the patient did not follow aftercare instructions. In rare cases, both of these factors may be the cause of failure.

Signs of failed hair transplant: What might happen?

Reasons for treating failed hair transplants caused by surgeons:

1. Excessive harvesting of hair follicles.
2. Poor front hairline design.
3. Incomplete hair transplantation.
4. Incompetence or inexperience of the surgeons.

Reasons for hair transplant failure resulting from individuals:

1. Insufficient care of newly transplanted hair
2. Poor personal hygiene that may cause infection
3. Scalp scratching that leads to scarring or dislodgement of implants
4. lack of aftercare

Although usually successful, repairing a failed hair transplant in Istanbul is possible. There are several ways to know if your hair transplant procedure is bad, including:

• Scars: These are usually caused by substandard surgical instruments or incorrect technique performed by an inexperienced surgeon.
• Abnormal hair growth direction: When the transplanted hair grows in the opposite direction, this can be easily seen and is usually because of mistakes made during the surgery.
• Infection: Redness and swelling of the transplanted area beyond the customary level may be a symptom of infection and it’s often a result of unsterile surgical instruments.
• Unnatural hairline: Generally characterized by an unrealistic lean of the hairline, this issue can be seen to be the result of the wrong technique or inexperienced specialists.
• Insufficient hair growth: The most likely situation is that hair growth is slower than expected from 12 months after the operation, this is the result of numerous factors and thus poor hair growth can be one of them if the patient does not take good care, or, as already mentioned before.

If you see these signs after a hair transplant, then do not be afraid. Some results might not be visible until the period of 9-12 months after the surgery. Be patient and wait at least a year before fully evaluating your hair transplant procedure.

Repairing failed hair transplantation in Istanbul

Sometimes, a hair transplant may fail to satisfy the patient even after everything has been done in the best possible manner. If you recognize that your hair transplant didn't live up to your expectations and you are not satisfied with the result, you can easily correct a failed hair transplant in Istanbul, where there are many techniques available to solve your problem:

Second hair transplant

If the first transplant of your hair doesn't deliver the expected or desired results, a second hair transplant is doable still. In such a situation, the main idea behind the second hair transplant is to improve the density of hair follicles in affected areas and hide the large bald patches at one go. A lot of patients go for the second option of the hair procedure if they feel the first one is a failure and are unhappy with the achieved result.

If you are not satisfied with your original clinic and are looking for another clinic, Rimo Hair Clinic in Istanbul offers everything you need during your consultation. Contact us today!

Failed Hair Transplant Repair Techniques in Istanbul

The latest graft camouflage techniques are used to repair failed hair transplants. You can also have a second hair transplant if you have enough donor area. The term “graft camouflage” refers to implanting follicular units around and between the plugs and holes of the old grafts. By masking these sites, the previous grafts are covered.

Individuals achieve much more natural hair restoration results after this procedure. Graft Camouflage: Surgeons use the Sapphire Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) technique to implant new grafts around the sparse areas of the hairline. The grafts are distributed in a staggered manner to hide blockages and enhance the overall density of hair along the hairline using the DHI hair transplant technique with Choi pens. The number of grafts required varies depending on each individual's needs. This technique also addresses hair transplant scars.

Overview of Donor Area Abnormalities: Failed Hair Transplants

In our article, "Repairing Failed hair transplant in Istanbul," we present a medical discussion of donor area abnormalities, which are problems that appear on the scalp after hair follicles are extracted from it (usually from the back of the head) during a hair transplant procedure. These include:

Types of deformities:

• Visible scarring: which is dotted with the FUE technique or linear with the FUT technique.
• Overharvesting: This results in gaps or light patches in the donor area.
• Asymmetry of the donor area: a result of irregular or random extraction of follicles.
• Skin fibrosis or change in texture: due to deep tissue damage or chronic inflammation.

Treatment methods offered by Rimo Hair Clinic in Istanbul:

1. Cosmetic laser treatment (such as fractional laser): to improve the appearance of scars and stimulate collagen.
2. Donor area hair restoration: to cover areas affected by shape or density.
3. Micro needling with plasma (PRP): to stimulate hair growth and improve skin quality.
4. Scalp Micropigmentation: To visually hide scars.

Other options: What to do after a failed hair transplant?

It is worth noting that there are other options available to you at Rimo Hair Clinic to repair Failed hair transplant in Istanbul, including:

micro-pigmentation of the scalp

Scalp micropigmentation, alias hair tattooing, includes meticulously inking the bald spots of the scalp with colored pigment so as the effect of hair follicles has been produced.

This method is very easily modified for the patient's hair type and the desired style, as well as being able to decide the depth and angle of the pigmentation in order to give the natural look that everyone wants. Micro-scalp pigmentation is frequently chosen when hair planting with high density is not an option.

Fixing an unnatural hairline

If your hairline looks unnatural after a hair transplant, this can be corrected with the Choi pen hair transplant method. This technique involves taking follicles from the donor area using the FUE technique and then implanting them to create a new hairline or hide an unnatural hairline.

Repairing poor quality hair follicles

If a poor surgical procedure results in poor quality hair follicles, they can be removed and replaced with new grafts taken from the donor area. This technique is also performed using the FUE technique to extract poorly implanted follicles.

Precautions after repairing a failed hair transplant in Istanbul

• It is advised that one should be extra careful with the hair follicles for at least a few days after the surgery is performed, as the amount of self-care a person exhibits after a hair transplant is directly related to the success rate of the procedure.
• Make sure you have left no stone unturned in recovering from good habits and caring for your hair during growth, which may last even a year after your hair restoration was done.
• Look for a center that has aftercare services in place not only for the purpose of securing your new hair and being able to promptly solve any issues that might occur but also for you having all possible chances to benefit from their support guarantee and avoid any problems in the first place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do hair transplants fail?

Due to weak hair follicles, lack of experience of the doctor, infection, or failure to follow post-operative instructions.

Can a failed hair transplant be repaired?

Yes, it can be corrected through reconstructive surgery or additional implants.

How can hair transplant failure be corrected?

By removing abnormal grafts, replanting with advanced techniques, or treating scars.

What are donor area abnormalities?

These include visible scarring, excessive thinning, and an uneven appearance due to excessive or irregular harvesting.

Bottom line

Failed hair transplant in Istanbul can be repaired using the Sapphire FUE hair transplant technique, which involves using the latest Sapphire blade technology to make precise incisions, or by using Choi DHI pens.

Rimo Hair Clinic is one of the best hair transplant clinics in Turkey, aiming to provide natural-looking transplanted hair that lasts a lifetime. We utilize innovative technological tools such as Sapphire blades, Direct Hair Implantation (DHI), African hair restoration, and many more. No matter how much another surgeon has affected your hair, we will fix it, so we encourage you to contact us today via WhatsApp and book a free consultation!

With us you are completely safe!

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