I started losing my hair after my plastic surgery. I had a brow lift and facelift, is there anyways to reverse this?

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After the surgery I noticed my hair was coming out . It's getting really thin and becoming a problem. Is there any way to reverse this ?

Edwin F. Williams, III, MD · Answer

Great question, and I'm sorry for your circumstance.  Hair loss in the area of incisions may or may not recover.  If it is a more diffuse hair shedding, it could be stress/shock response of the hair follicles.  This should recover in several months.  Topical treatments, such as minoxidil or PRP, may help expedite the recovery.  It may be wise to speak with a surgeon who is experienced in hair restoration.  Best of luck!

Jeffrey Joseph, MD, FACS · Answer

Hair loss after surgery is quite common after surgery.  Fortunately, it is usually temporary, and you may benefit from topical minoxidil.  Best of luck!

Raymond E. Lee, MD · Answer

Thanks for asking. The surrounding hair follicles may go into a shock and fall out or thin out.  This is temporary and eventually will comeback to its pre-surgical state.  You may want to explore supplements that can help with hair growth.  Best of luck!

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

It can be common for some hair loss after a surgical procedure like a facelift. This should resolve over the next several weeks. If it persists, I recommend following up with a hair loss expert. I hope this helps.

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Some hair loss is seen every now and then with the brow lift and facelift.  It is usually temporary and due to either stress on the hair follicle or an actual injury to the hair follicle from the scalpel during the incision or when using electrocautery close to the skin. 
In cases where the hair follicles have been permanently injured, which is rare, there are options.  Neograft hair transplant is the treatment of choice for our practice to provide hair to areas of hair loss or alopecia. 
I want to encourage you to be patient b/c hairs will go through cycles that consist of growth, rest, and death.  They then repeat this cycle so you must be patient for weeks to months to see if the hairs will return to the growth phase

James Bonaparte, MD, MSc, FRCSC · Answer

It is relatively common to temporarily loose a little hair after any surgery, especially a facelift. In almost all patients, it starts to grow again. It may take a number of months, so best option is to stay patient. Be sure to discuss this with your surgeon.James Bonaparte

Christopher T. Maloney Jr., MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. A small amount of hair loss in the surgical area is normal after a face lift. This is often temporary and will resolve on its own in the next few months. Good Luck to you.

Parker A. Velargo, MD, FACS · Answer

It’s not uncommon to experience areas of temporary hair loss in surgical areas.  Sometimes the hair follicles enter into a state of shock that causes them to fall out. The medical term for this is telegen effluvium. This usually resolves on its own over a period of months.  PRP and ACell injected into the area and PRP microneedling as well as Rogaine may help to stimulate growth faster, but given that it typically resolves on its own, you will need to weigh the expense of these treatments.  In rare cases of permanent loss, hair restoration surgery can be used to transplant hair follicles into the area of alopecia. Hang in there!

Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello, This is most likely temporary and should resolve over the next several months. However, I recommend getting an evaluation with a hair loss expert who can go over your condition and recommend treatment options for hair regrowth.Sincerely, 
Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS
Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Evan Ransom, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question. Most of the time, hair loss after facial surgeries is related to a "shock" to the hair follicles in the form of temporary compromise of the nerves and blood vessels that supply them. In most patients, this resolves over time (months). However, in areas of high tension (meaning the skin closure is very tight), the follicles can be permanently damaged. Please check in with your surgeon. If it seems like things are not improving, you may need to see a hair replacement specialist. Best of luck moving forward!

I started losing my hair after my plastic surgery. I had a brow lift and facelift, is there anyways to reverse this?

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