As humans, we don’t live to regret. We are souls that communicate through a body, and we’re here to thrive.
Anyone who ever had a taste of the human life experience, may have regretted at least one thing throughout their lifetime (probably more). But a hair transplant is not likely to be regret material. Far from a resentful experience, a hair transplant is here to bring us youth, happiness and confidence. It’s serotonin on steroids.
Let’s see why.
How many people regret hair transplants?
A healthy person would not object to looking and feeling better, would they? A hair transplant aims to elevate our mood, and in fact, does much more than that. If there’s ever resentment about a normally joyful outcome, it’s probably because the desired target or outcome was missed by far.
This brings us to failed hair transplant results, which are rare when the procedure is done at a reputable clinic with realistic expencations. That’s why, according to a survey less than 4% of patients do regret having a hair transplant at an accredited clinic.
On the other hand, those who’ve had hair transplants decades ago when a strip surgery (FUT) was the only available option, still live with a deep, long diagonal scar on the back of their head.
Even so, strip surgery veterans don’t regret any of it. You know why? Because they did the best they can by opting for the only hairloss solution offered at the time. The medieval strip surgery is a thing of the past now that we have FUE techique, and the assistance of robotics precision.
Do hair transplants ever look natural?
A hair transplant could easily be compared to a nose job, in terms of how natural or unnatural the end result finds you. If you want your surgeon to sculpt a perfect mini nose, that’s what s/he’ll do. Similarly, if you wish for a perfectly straight hairline as in Afro hair transplants, you’ll get it but the most natural results aren’t found in straight lines.
What we’re trying to say here is that not everyone opts for a natural look but those who do, in the hands of the right hair transplant clinic, achieve results so organic that even their mom won’t notice.
How to prevent hair transplant regrets?
It isn’t hard when you educate yourself, make a plan and find the right clinic to follow your plan.
Yes, we all hear about the story of the girl from Sussex who had a terrible scar left after a shady liposuction by a doctor not to be found on Google search. Sorry to say that this patient profile isn’t just naive but lacks education. What we’re referring to here is the ability to do research, and inform ourselves about something we’re about to do to our body.
Research
There is always good and bad choices in fornt of us. We even look up on social media about the best coffee shop in the hood, but somehow, the girl from Sussex doesn’t look up her surgeon, clinic, or the clinic’s reputation before she boards on that plane.
Staying informed and resourceful is highly important when it comes to booking anything that’ll be considered an intervention to your body.
Sometimes, the red flags are there but people turn a blind eye. Pay attention and research your hair transplant clinic throughoutly, so that you don’t have to pay the price for the rest of your life.
Expectation Management
Also linked to education and research, setting achievable expectations is a good idea after listening to what your hair transplant surgeon has to say.
Are you after a dream or is your desired hairline actually achievable on you, with the donor hairs that you have?
Is the hairline design you fancy in line with your natural hairline from your earlier days?
Does your clinic provide you with computer generated images of different hairline design and density options?
Remember, the only thing that should take you by surprise is how fast your new hair will grow.
The Clinic
The rule is very simple; reputable hair transplant clinics work with reputed surgeons, and provide ongoing training for all of their technicians.
Great clinics also have a wide presence on Google search, lots of positive reviews and of course, a great team that communicates with patients.
Also, needless to say, there should be many before and after results with your hair type, so you can be confident you’re in capable hands.
Which Hair Transplant Technique is Popular?
It is most certainly FUE and DHI hair transplant, as it gives the surgeon a greater capacity to work a natural looking hairline while leaving no scarring.
You may be hearing or reading about different terminology such as motorised punches, sapphire pen or robotic extraction systems. Rather than the technique, these are tools and tech used during FUE hair transplants. It may be useful if your surgical team explained about such details, but regardless, it is the hair transplant method that matters the most.
In conclusion, hair transplants very rarely end up with regret. If approached with research, education, and realistic expectations, the right clinic can help change your life. What was once a complicated procedure is now a personalized experience, easier and with guaranteed results.
Hair is a symbol of youthful expression, and spiritual connection for humans. When done right, a hair transplant is about feeling aligned with your best self. If you approach it wisely, your only regret might just be not giving yourself the chance.
What Can I Do If I Regret My Hair Transplant?
The first step is always to understand why. Common reasons include low density, an unnatural hairline, or poor results due to an inexperienced clinic.
In most cases, a second hair transplant can correct or improve the outcome. This is possible if you still have enough healthy donor area with hair grafts and have fully healed from the first procedure, usually after 12 months. Our skilled medical team can assess your situation and recommend the right approach.
Regret doesn’t mean you’re out of options. With proper planning and a qualified clinic, many patients achieve better results with a second procedure. Reach us to plan your next operation!
