How Hair Transplant Can Help Improve Male Crown Hair Loss

Have you ever looked in the mirror one day and felt like your hair was getting thinner? If so, that feeling may have been real. It could be due to “hair loss.” Hair loss refers to a symptom in which normal hair falls out and the amount of hair gradually decreases. Hair loss itself does not have a major effect on health, but it can become a major source of stress because of its aesthetic impact.

In particular, men are at a higher risk of experiencing hair loss than women, so concerns about hair loss can be greater. Men may be at higher risk of male pattern hair loss. The hairline recedes into an M shape, and hair loss can also progress in the crown area, negatively affecting appearance. Today, we looked into the form of male crown hair loss and examined improvement methods using crown hair transplant.

About Male Crown Hair Loss

Male crown hair loss is a representative type of male pattern hair loss. It is a common type of hair loss that can begin in the 20s and 30s and can also be found in about half of men after their 50s. This is because it can occur due to genetic factors and the influence of male hormones. For these reasons, the proportion of hair loss among men is higher than among women.

Causes

• Genetic factors: Hair loss can be influenced by a combination of genetic factors.

• Hormonal factors: As testosterone is converted into DHT, it can trigger hair loss.

• Lifestyle and environmental factors: It can be affected by stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition, overwork, heat buildup in the body, and reduced adrenal function.

Characteristics

• There is an outward feature in which hair decreases in an O shape centered on the crown.

• While the hair in the fringe and crown becomes thinner and falls out, the side and back hair hardly fall out.

• As the hair becomes thinner, hair density can gradually decrease.

Male Crown Hair Transplant Method

So how should this kind of crown hair loss be improved? In the early stages, medication may also be considered.

Another, more effective method is male crown hair transplant. It is a method of transplanting hair from the back of the head to the area affected by hair loss to improve the aesthetic appearance. Male crown hair transplant can be divided into non-incisional and incisional methods depending on how the scalp is cut.

1. Non-incisional hair transplant

This is a method of individually extracting the necessary follicles without making an incision in the scalp. Compared with incisional methods, it has the advantages of less pain and easier recovery. In addition, for those who want a more natural style, methods such as line cut or no-shave, no-cut procedures can be attempted for a more natural hair transplant.

2. Incisional hair transplant

This is a method of extracting skin tissue, including hair, by making an incision in the scalp at the back of the head. Because an incision is made, there is concern about pain and scarring, but it can be a suitable method for those with a wide area of hair loss.

How long is the recovery period after crown hair transplant?

So, how long is the recovery period after hair transplantation? Even if hair is transplanted to the crown using the male crown hair transplant method, that is not the end. For natural results, post-transplant care is also important.

In particular, careful care is necessary in the early stage because it has a major effect on graft survival.

Although there may be some differences depending on the individual, the recovery period after hair transplantation is as follows.

• Early recovery stage (0–2 weeks)

From immediately after surgery to 2–3 days later is the most important graft survival period. Care should be taken not to irritate the transplanted area, and during the first 1–2 weeks, swelling may subside and scabs may fall off.

• Shedding phase (2 weeks–1 month)

This is the period when the transplanted hair falls out. Many people are surprised at this stage, but it is a normal process seen during the recovery period after hair transplantation, so there is no need to worry too much.

• Growth phase (4 months–1 year)

Around 4 months, new hair may begin to grow. Then, after 6 months, the hair may grow to some extent and begin to look fuller. After about 1 year, the results of the hair transplant can be seen.

So far, we have looked at the male crown hair transplant method and the recovery period.

After a hair transplant, it is desirable to improve graft survival through consistent care and help the transplanted hair grow well.

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