How Is Moustache Transplant Performed?

What Is Moustache Transplant Procedure?

It is quite a common problem that mustache is sparse or thin. There are actually a lot of men who are unsatisfied with their moustache. Most people tend to not see sparse moustache as a problem but some men worry about how their moustache looks as they see it as a symbol of masculinity. Also, moustache will change a man’s facial expression and without it, you may not look as mature as you would. So people who care about their moustache often set to find ways to restore it. Moustache transplant is probably the best moustache restoration treatment as it is a hair transplant surgery with permanent and effective results. Your doctor will conduct the moustache transplant surgery the same way as a hair transplant so you do not need to worry about the procedure. You can get the thick and bold moustaches you have been dreaming of for so long with just a simple surgery. Keep on reading to find out more about moustache transplant.

How Is A Moustache Transplant Procedure Performed?

It is a very common question as most people are curious about the real procedure. The mustache transplantation is performed almost the same way as the standard hair transplant procedure. You do  not need to worry about the stages and steps as your doctor will not ass anything to a hair transplant procedure. However, they may like to use the DHI technique. Here are the steps of a moustache transplant surgery:

• If your doctor does the hair transplant using the FUE technique they will first shave the area of surgery to better see the scalp. However, if they do it using the DHI technique they do not need to shave it.
• After shaving, your doctor will collect the grafts from the donor area. They will decide how many grafts to collect before the procedure but they may change it if necessary during the procedure.
• In the FUE method, they will first open channels in the recipient area. In the DHI technique, they do not need to first open channels because they may open channels and transplant the grafts at the same time with the Choi implanter technique.

Risks Of Moustache Transplant

Moustache transplant has almost no risks just as the other hair transplant procedures. After the procedure, your moustache will look quite natural that you do not need to worry about the results. However, there may be some minor risks associated with the small incisions made during the surgery. Here are the risks of a moustache transplant procedure:

• There is a small risk of infection and bleeding as your doctor will make small incisions but not cuts.
• You may feel numbness in the area of surgery but it will go away on its own in a short time.
• The results of the procedure may not be satisfying and you may not like your new moustache. If that is the case, your doctor will perform corrective surgery to meet your expectations.

Before And After A Moustache Transplant

You do not need to prepare for the surgery but there are some points to consider. Here are the things to do before and after a moustache transplant:

• You should stop taking blood thinners such as aspirin and ibuprofen 10 days before the surgery.
• You should avoid anti-inflammatory substances, supplements, and herbal teas 10 days before the surgery.
• You should avoid alcohol a few weeks before the surgery as it will adversely affect the healing process.
• You should keep your moustache intact and not touch the area of surgery.
• Crusts will form because of the surgery but they will fall out in a few days so you do not need to worry. However, if they stay more than a week you should let your surgeon know.
• Your doctor will probably ask you not to wash your face until the crusts fall out.
• There may be mild and temporary bruising and swelling after the surgery.
• Because there is a small risk of infection following the surgery, you may need to take antibiotics. But do not take them if your doctor does not prescribe them.
• You will start shaving in a few weeks after the surgery but avoid shaving as long as your doctor says so.
• You should eat well and follow a diet full of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants for a fast healing process.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol for at least a few weeks as they will adversely affect the recovery process. Smoking will disturb the blood circulation to the hair follicles and alcohol may cause nutritional insufficiencies.

Before And After Mustache Transplantation

Before and after photos of those who have a mustache transplant can give you an idea! Here are the before and after photos of those who have a mustache transplant.