For all practical purposes, there are certain characteristics of a person’s hair that need to be taken into consideration when a surgical hair replacement procedure is being considered. The replacement of lost or thinning hair is a combination of aesthetics and science, but there are certain things that always need to be taken into consideration whenever you are considering this type of procedure. One of the primary aspects that are considered prior to a hair replacement surgical procedure is scalp characteristics.
Scalp characteristics that are usually considered by the hair replacement surgeon include the following:
- The caliber of the hair – this includes a cross section of the follicle to determine if is thin, medium, or thick. In other words, the diameter of the hair shaft is measured.
- Geometric hair properties – this includes specific features such as curliness, frizziness, straightness, or waviness.
- Hair color – this includes black, blond, brown, or red and varying shades thereof.
Other features that are taken into consideration prior to prescribing the specific type of hair replacement procedure to perform include features that typically contribute to more unique appearance factors such as:
- Olive-colored skin coupled with dark, wavy hair – this is typically a characteristic of Mediterranean heritage
- Fair skin combined with light, blond hair – a characteristic of Scandinavian people
- Black or dark brown skin with black, tightly curled hair – typical of African-American heritage
- Light brown skin and straight, black hair – characteristic of East Asian heritage
Where hair replacement procedures are concerned, all of the above categories are considered in order to perform the procedure and maintain the person’s unique identity. The variable degrees displayed by a person’s hair characteristics as well as the genetics involved are key considerations are not always clearly understood, but they are considered as completely as what is known.
When it comes to planning and undertaking the hair replacement surgical, the characteristics of the person’s hair that are noted above are critical considerations and should never be overlooked prior to the procedure being performed. You should always make sure that the specialists or surgeons performing the procedure are well-versed in this area if you want to experience a successful outcome. Always check that they are fully licensed and trained in all areas of hair replacement surgery as well as the amount of experience they have at performing successful procedures with their patients.
