How long will it take to see final result of eyebrow implantation?
Eyebrows, like scalp hair, fall out. There are several reasons for drooping eyebrows. Aging, various diseases, drug use and excessive eyebrow removal are some of the causes of eyebrow loss. In some people, the eyebrows are genetically thin and thin. Sometimes people prefer to make their eyebrows thicker and thicker by implanting natural eyebrows.
In natural eyebrow implants, the hair of a certain part of the head is transferred to the eyebrows. The technique and method of eyebrow implantation is actually the same as the hair transplant technique. The follicles transferred from the head to the eyebrow area continue to grow like normal eyebrows. Therefore, one needs to constantly trim and take care of the eyebrows.
Why eyebrow implants?
The eyebrows are located in the central and important part of the face and have a great impact on the beauty of the face. The effect of eyebrows on revitalizing the face and eyes is enormous. Due to the proximity of the eyes and eyebrows together in the central area of the face, the effect of eyebrows on beauty is not less than the eyes.
Hair loss of various intensities, even the stage of complete baldness is familiar to the eyes of people. It has been observed in many people that despite severe hair loss, they are not sensitive to this issue and are busy with their daily life and activities; But drooping eyebrows is not an accepted and established process and has many psychological effects on the person.
Eyebrows are also made more beautiful by using cosmetic methods such as tattoos, hats or pencils; But the naturalness of the eyebrows is a very important point that can be achieved only in natural eyebrow implants.
The main causes of eyebrow loss
There are several factors that cause drooping or drooping eyebrows. Here are some of the most common causes of drooping eyebrows:
- Sometimes people are genetically predisposed to drooping and drooping eyebrows;
- Various diseases such as thyroid disease;
- Tattoos and eyebrows;
- Eyebrow burns;
- Excessive plucking and removal of eyebrows;
- Congenital abnormalities in eyebrow growth;
- General or systemic diseases;
- Alopecia areata, alopecia areata and alopecia areata.
Whatever the cause of eyebrow loss, eyebrow implantation is a definitive and permanent treatment; Of course, in situations where the underlying diseases have caused eyebrow loss, first the disease is treated and then eyebrow implants are used to compensate for the implant; Because if the cause of eyebrow loss is not eliminated, it is possible that the eyebrows will fall out again after implantation.
The importance of eyebrow implants
Some special features of eyebrow hair have made eyebrow implants more important and sensitive than hair transplants. This section deals with the special features of eyebrow hair.
For eyebrow hair growth
One of the unique features of eyebrows is that they grow in different parts. In general, eyebrows are divided into three parts: head, trunk and tail, which are different for hair growth in each of these parts.
Head: This part is the innermost part of the eyebrows and is 5 to 7 cm long. Hair grows upwards in this area. The hair in this section is thinner and lighter than the other two sections;
Trunk: The trunk is the central part and in fact the densest and widest part of the eyebrows and is about 2.5 cm long. If we divide the trunk part into two parts. In the early parts of the trunk (close to the head) the hair grows upwards. In the second part, the hair on the upper border of the eyebrows grows downwards and the hair on the lower border grows upwards;
Tail section: The tail section is 2 cm from the end of the eyebrow. In fact, from the beginning of the eyebrow curve to the end of the eyebrow, is the tail of the eyebrow. The hairs of this section are thin and low density and grow almost horizontally.
Hair growth angle
Another difference between eyebrow hair and scalp hair is that eyebrow hair grows at a great angle to the facial skin, so it sleeps flat on the face and does not grow vertically like scalp hair. The difference in hair growth angle between the eyebrows and the scalp can be as high as 45 degrees.
Because the hair on the back of the ear grows at an angle to the scalp, hair from this area is usually used for eyebrow transplantation, the angle of growth of which is more similar to the angle of growth of normal eyebrow hair.
In addition, in order for the implanted hair to be closer to the natural eyebrow hair in terms of growth angle, the follicles are implanted at an angle inside the skin. This also increases the delicacy and sensitivity of eyebrow implants and makes the job more difficult for the doctor.
Therefore, due to these unique features and characteristics of eyebrow hair, eyebrow transplantation requires more skill and mastery than hair transplantation. Also, considering the position of the eyebrows in the face, their design and symmetry are very important, and the slightest asymmetry or anomaly in the eyebrows will be quite obvious.
Differences in follicular units
Hair usually grows in clusters. Each hair graft contains 1 to 4 hairs. If the eyebrow hairs grow in a single strand. This is also important in eyebrow implants. This means that in cases where the hairs removed from the head are multiple, they are separated under a microscope as single hairs and then implanted.
Differences in growth cycle
The process of hair growth and loss consists of three main stages. These stages are known as the hair growth cycle. The three main stages of the hair growth cycle are:
- Growth stage or anagen;
- Resting phase or telogen;
- The stage of shedding or catagen.
The duration of the growth phase or anagen in eyebrow hair is 4 months, but in scalp hair it is 3 to 7 years. Due to this difference, the hair on the head grows longer than the eyebrows. For this reason, the hair implanted in the eyebrows grows more than the natural eyebrow hair and must be trimmed and trimmed constantly.
Suitable candidate for eyebrow implants
People who meet one or more of the following conditions are a good candidate for eyebrow implants:
- People who have lost all or part of their eyebrows due to burns;
- People who have lost part of their eyebrows due to surgery and stitches, or who decide to cover the wounds and stitches through eyebrow implants;
- People who have congenitally low back eyebrows or have not grown eyebrows at all;
- Women who have low back eyebrows due to excessive lifting;
- People who are not satisfied with the shape and condition of their natural eyebrows;
- People who have used tattoos or hatches to beautify their eyebrows and now decide to give their eyebrows a more natural look by implanting natural eyebrows;
- In some people who have drooping eyebrows due to underlying diseases such as hormonal disorders or skin diseases, natural eyebrow implants are an effective treatment; Of course, in these people, the disease is treated first, and after treating the disease and eliminating the cause of drooping eyebrows, eyebrow implants are performed.
To whom is natural eyebrow implantation not recommended?
In certain circumstances, natural eyebrow implants are not recommended for people. If people have the following conditions, eyebrow implants will not have the desired results:
- People with alopecia areata;
- People with blood clotting problems;
- People with alopecia totalis (complete hair loss) or alopecia universalis (complete body hair loss);
- People with trichotillomania;
- People with a history of severe complications associated with cosmetic surgery.
Appropriate method of eyebrow implantation
The main method of eyebrow implantation is the same as traditional hair transplantation methods. Today, the FUT method is used for eyebrow implants. Experience has shown that using other methods to implant eyebrows causes undesirable eyebrow growth.
In cases where eyebrow implants need to be repaired or the person has suffered from coin eyebrow loss, other hair transplant methods based on the FIT method are used.
Therefore, FUT method and back hair bank are currently used for eyebrow implants.
Steps of eyebrow implantation by FUT method
The steps of eyebrow implantation are examined in this section.
Eyebrow design
Eyebrow design is an important step in implantation. Before any eyebrow implant procedure, the doctor asks the patient to draw the desired plan. The doctor, based on his experiences and knowledge and various measurements, beautifies the design drawn by the patient. Maintaining symmetry and beauty in the drawn design is very important.
Pre-prepared designs are also available for use; But usually these designs seem unnatural. And they are far from the goal of implanting natural eyebrows, which is to benefit from beautiful and at the same time natural eyebrows.
Extraction of grafts
In eyebrow implants, hair grafts are removed from the back of the head, behind the ears, or below the neck. The hair on the back of the head is usually thick, long, and consists of several strands. The hair on the back of the ear and lower neck is usually thinner and shorter and consists of follicles containing a single strand of hair. Due to the fact that eyebrow hairs are often thin and in the form of single follicles, it seems that the hairs behind the ears and below the neck are more symmetrical with the eyebrows.
In men, the eyebrows are usually thicker and the removal is done from the areas behind the head and behind the ears. In women, due to the more delicate eyebrows, the removal is done from the areas behind the ears and below the neck.
Preparation of grafts
In hair transplantation, the preparation of the removed follicles is a very important step and requires expertise. In eyebrow implantation, while removing the grafts, one or more members of the treatment team prepare the follicles under a microscope. Since eyebrow hairs are single strands and scalp hairs are in multiple clusters, pre-implanted hairs are separated into single strands.
Implantation of grafts
At this stage, the eyebrows are disinfected to prevent infection. In addition, local anesthesia is used to keep the patient from feeling pain. In order to implant the harvested follicles, using very fine blades with a diameter of about 0.5 to 0.7 mm, grooves are created in the designed eyebrow design, and the harvested follicles are placed inside these grooves. .
Post-eyebrow care
In order to get better results from eyebrow implants, it is necessary to take the necessary care after eyebrow implants. Some of the most important points regarding post-eyebrow care are:
- Avoid contact of eyebrows with water and wash it for 48 to 72 hours. After this period, wash gently and gently;
- Avoid strenuous exercise and physical activity for 48 to 72 hours;
- Use ointments, sprays or topical medications prescribed by your doctor exactly and according to the instructions;
- Due to the fact that implanted hair grows more than natural eyebrow hair, in order to maintain the beauty of the eyebrows, it is necessary for the eyebrows to be constantly shortened and arranged.
Complications of eyebrow implantation
Eyebrow implants, like any other cosmetic surgery, have side effects. Many of these side effects are short-lived and temporary and go away over time. Here are some of the most important side effects of eyebrow implants:
- Swelling and bruising of the eyebrows and upper eyelids that disappear after a few days;
- Implanted hair loss is a natural process. Hair implanted during the catagen stage will fall out and resume its normal growth after a while;
- Bleeding;
- Infection;
- Scars and wounds.
These include possible complications of hair transplants and some other cosmetic surgeries. The severity of these complications varies from person to person. Sometimes only one complication and sometimes more in people. However, the complications of this cosmetic surgery are not serious enough to prevent it.
The difference between eyebrow implantation and eyebrow repair
Natural eyebrow implants are done using a person’s natural hair. In this way, the implanted hair grows in a natural process.
For eyebrow implantation, a person needs to have a good hair bank. Hair transplantation is not possible in people who have extensive baldness or in people who have baldness all over their body (alopecia areata salivation). Therefore, in people who do not have a good natural hair bank, natural hair transplants are not possible. Do you think that these people do not have the possibility of eyebrow implants? The answer is that eyebrow implants are performed in these people; With the difference that due to the weakness of the hair bank in them, artificial hair is used to repair eyebrows. The results of eyebrow restoration using artificial hair are very close to eyebrow implants with natural hair; But hair transplanted by the body may be rejected.
Rejection of implanted artificial hair causes serious problems for the person; This is because if the implanted hair is pulled back, it will leave a scar on the skin, in addition, the person may lose his eyebrows forever.
Due to these side effects, it is recommended that people with weak hair banks do not use eyebrow restoration with artificial hair to compensate for the low back of the eyebrows. Techniques such as tattoos or micropigmentation, hatchets and eyebrow pencils are ways to beautify the eyebrows in these people.
The cost of eyebrow implants
Many people think that because eyebrows are small in size, the cost of eyebrow implants is much lower than hair transplants, but given the differences mentioned in relation to eyebrow and scalp hair, eyebrow implants are very delicate and sensitive. Requires high skill and accuracy of the doctor. Any mistake, however small, will appear on the face and may cause eyebrow symmetry or other abnormalities. Contrary to popular belief, eyebrow implants are not a cheap cosmetic surgery.
Some of the most important factors affecting the cost of eyebrow implants are:
- Physician’s expertise and skill: Physician’s expertise and skill is the most important factor in the final result of eyebrow implantation. If this surgery is performed by a professional and experienced doctor, the person will enjoy the desired and beautiful eyebrows for a lifetime. Therefore, investing in this regard is a long-term and cost-effective investment;
- Beauty and eyebrow implant clinic: Using up-to-date and advanced facilities and equipment in some clinics increases the quality of the final result. Obviously, in these clinics, due to providing up-to-date and better services, more money is received; Of course, it is important to note that higher costs do not necessarily mean better services;
- Geographical location: The cost of eyebrow implants varies in different countries. The cost of eyebrow implants will be different in different cities.
To determine the final cost of eyebrow implantation, consultation and examination by a doctor is required.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eyebrow Implantation
This section answers some of the most commonly asked questions about eyebrow implants.
- Is it possible to use body hair for eyebrow implants?
Just as body hair is used for hair transplants, it is theoretically possible for body hair to be transplanted into the eyebrows; But in practice, body hair is not used for eyebrow transplantation; Because a very small percentage of eyebrow grafts continue to grow. In addition, it is possible to change the shape and curl of this hair, which causes an undesirable appearance on the eyebrows. Therefore, body hair transplant to eyebrows is not usually used.
- How long does eyebrow implantation take?
Depending on the individual’s condition and the surgeon’s skill, eyebrow implants can be completed within 5 to 10 hours. Due to the fact that in the FUT method, implantation of 1500 to 8000 hairs is possible in one session and 150 to 400 hairs are needed to create the desired density in the eyebrows or to repair them, eyebrow implantation usually requires one session of time.
- How long will the final result of eyebrow implantation be determined after implantation?
Implanted hair usually begins to fall out in the second and third weeks after implantation. Within 1 to 3 months, new hair begins to grow. The hair is weak and thin at first; But after 5 to 6 months, they become stronger and grow about 2 to 3 inches. The final results of eyebrow implants are usually visible in most people, about a year after implantation.
- Is eyebrow implantation painful?
Due to the fact that anesthetics are used for this purpose, the patient usually does not feel much pain.
- Is it possible to paint eyebrows after eyebrow implantation?
It is not possible to dye the implanted hair for 6 months after implantation; But after 6 months, there is no problem in coloring the implanted eyebrows.
- Is it possible to implant eyebrows in people whose hair is completely white?
Yes. Currently, the best hairs for eyebrow transplantation are scalp hair, and even if the hair in this part of the head is white, it is possible to implant.
- Is it possible to implant eyebrows if the hair is curly?
Yes, it is possible to implant eyebrows in curly and curly hair.
