Why it is so important to pick the right hair transplant doctor and clinic

Why it is so important to pick the right hair transplant doctor and clinic

The most important decision you make when you decide to have a hair transplant is the choice of your doctor and clinic

There is a huge difference in the quality of hair transplantation at clinics around the world. Pick the wrong doctor and you could be making a big mistake.

Conducting a hair transplant - either the most popular FUE (follicular unit extraction) procedure or the more traditional FUT (follicular unit transplantation) method - takes enormous skill.

The real expertise comes in with the replanting of the donor hair. A skilled doctor will blend this in with the natural hair to create a completely natural look.

Maria Fowler, the reality TV star, is the latest star to be seeking 'repairs' to her hair transplant.

The former Only Way Is Essex star had a hair transplant at hair transplant clinic in Scotland which has since had its licence withdrawn following complaints from patients.

She in unhappy because the transplant has made her hairline too straight and looking unnatural.

Such a mistake is easily remedied in the hands of the right doctor.

But the mistake Maria made was in not doing due diligance before having her transplant.

Committing to cosmetic doctor is one of the biggest decisions anyone will make in their lives.

There a number of checks you should make on a clinic before deciding to have a hair transplant. Here are the key points you need to address:

1- If the clinic is abroad and there is a problem with the procedure, do you have any kind of redress? Do you really want to take legal action in a foreign country?

2- If the clinic is in the UK, is the doctor recognised by a respected medical body such as the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery .

3- Does the clinic have lots of recent testimonials featuring satisfied patients?

4- Any reputable doctor will meet you personally before a hair transplant procedure so that you can plan the work together? Be very wary of any clinic which uses sales people for the initial consultation so you only meet the surgeon when you have the actual surgery.

5- Take a look at the doctor's work. If they have real case studies featuring excellent work that is a good sign.

We strongly advise you research and investigate all your options as hair transplantation surgery involves precious donor hair, which is finite, and any hair restoration should be planned accurately for you to achieve the best result possible. There are many different factors that are important when picking a clinic and we have covered them here for you.

Do they offer a consultation before treatment?

Hair loss is a natural part of life, and it can happen for many different reasons - which can affect the type of treatment needed. Some people believe that their hair loss instantly means they need a hair transplant, when, in actual fact, they are too early.

Finding a clinic that offers a no obligation consultation before your treatment will allow you to find out exactly what is causing your hair loss and find the perfect treatment for you.

Do they offer the treatment you need?

There are different types of treatments that can help with different causes and stages of hair loss. It is important to find a hair transplant clinic that offers the best treatment for you.

You may believe that you need an FUE hair transplant when in actual fact your hair has only just started to recede. In which case, you could possibly go down the route of hair loss medication or even SMP (scalp micro pigmentation) treatment.

It is important to do research into your hair transplant clinic to see exactly what treatments the offer, and what options could work for you.

How much experience does the physician have?

One of the most important factors in choosing the right hair transplant clinic is picking one with good staff and physicians. It is vital to find out as much information about the physicians as possible. Firstly, do they specialise in hair transplant treatments and are they all registered with the GMC?

Does the clinic specialise in any treatments?

Finding a clinic that specialises in one particular treatment highlights how they could be leaders in the field of this technology.

Does the clinic have before and after photos?

A reputable hair transplant clinic should have a gallery of before and after photos to highlight the great work achieved at the clinic. Being able to look through a variety of different before and after photos gives you the opportunity to see how well the clinic can get results, and how frequently.

In some cases it is great to see any case studies the clinic has produced. A case study is a great way to see how different patients found the treatment and how well it worked for different people. A case study is usually an in-depth analysis that will look into a selection of patients.

When looking for the right hair transplant clinic for you, take all of these points into consideration, but most importantly find a clinic with great staff that make you feel welcome and comfortable.