Hair Transplantation in New Jersey , Pennsylvania, and Beyond — Hair Transplant Options

Many individuals find the reality of hair loss very difficult to face. In a society where a person’s merit seems to be judged in direct proportion to his or her physical assets, hair loss can compromise a person’s self-esteem, causing depression, embarrassment, and social anxiety. Luckily for such individuals, one of the world’s premier hair transplantation specialists is right here in Warrington, Pennsylvania, providing patients from New Jersey, New York, and all over the world with the most up-to-date hair transplant technology.

Hair transplantation is the only proven surgical procedure to permanently restore natural looking hair. At Valley Square Plastic Surgery Center, Dr. Theodore Katz uses techniques that allow for precise placement of the hair according to texture, direction of growth, and other factors that are essential for creating a natural look. A specialist in microfollicular unit transplantation, Dr. Katz has performed more than 7.5 million hair transplants on more than 7,500 patients since 1995. Learn more about how Dr. Katz and the team at Valley Square Plastic Surgery Center can help restore your hair and your confidence.

* What causes hair loss?
* What is microfollicular unit transplantation?
* Who is a candidate for hair transplantation?

What causes hair loss?

Hair loss in both men and women can be the result of a variety of physical and environmental factors such as trauma to the scalp and post-surgical scarring, but the most common and universal contributor to hair loss is an elevated level of the hormone dihydrotestosterone, or DHT. An overabundance of this derivative of testosterone can cause certain hair follicles to shrink and cease to produce hair. DHT hair loss is far more common on the front and top of the head, while hair on the back of the head and above the ears is much more resistant to this chemical. The hair in these resistant areas is what Dr. Theodore Katz uses for hair transplantation on his patients from New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and all over the world. Hair transplant harvesting is focused on these healthy follicles, which will continue to resist DHT and sprout hair when they are relocated to more sparse areas of the scalp.

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What is microfollicular unit transplantation?

Microfollicular unit hair transplantation is a surgical procedure highly sought by Dr. Theodore Katz’s patients, who come from New York, New Jersey, all over Pennsylvania, and all over the world to undergo this state-of-the-art hair transplant technique. The procedure involves harvesting narrow strips of skin with healthy hair follicles from a donor site, usually from the back and sides of the patient’s head. The donor strip, which may contain as many as 2,000 hair follicles, is then cut into smaller grafts (units), which are individually inserted into tiny incisions the size of a pin head. These grafts are then strategically placed in the more sparse areas of the patient’s scalp. The smaller units are ideal for replacing hair on the top and sides of the patient’s head, where they can be placed in such a manner as to mimic the patient’s own natural growth patterns. Larger units are used to enhance density further back on the head. While the hair in transplanted follicles will fall out soon after transplantation, the healthy follicles remain and will continue to produce the patient’s own, natural hair for a lifetime.

Only a handful of highly skilled surgeons can recreate natural looking hair growth patterns. After an ideal microfollicular unit transplantation procedure, the patient’s transplanted hair blends seamlessly with his or her naturally growing hair, and he or she is able to brush their hair, swim, and bathe without anybody noticing the difference. Dr. Katz is recognized the world over for his excellent technique, superior training, and absolute artistry in hair transplantation. If you live in the New Jersey, New York, or Pennsylvania area and are wondering if a hair transplant is right for you, contact Dr. Theodore Katz at Valley Square Plastic Surgery Center today.

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Who is a candidate for hair transplantation?

Dr. Theodore Katz and the team at Valley Square Plastic Surgery Center agree that the following qualities ensure that a patient is an ideal candidate for hair transplantation:

* Hair transplant patients should be in good physical health. There are certain physical conditions which contribute to hair loss and which will impede the success of hair transplantation. For instance, certain chronic or severe illnesses, such as ringworm and thyroid disease, can restrict hair growth. The ideal candidate should also not suffer from protein malnourishment or iron deficiency.
* Patients should have realistic expectations. With any cosmetic surgery procedure, there are risks that the results may not be exactly what the patient expected. While Dr. Katz is one of the most celebrated hair transplantation specialists in New Jersey , Pennsylvania, and around the world, a hair transplant cannot always perfectly replace a patient’s hair, and patients should be realistically prepared for the outcome of their procedure.
* The ideal hair transplant candidate is not a smoker. Smoking interferes with the body’s ability to heal and regenerate after a surgical procedure and could jeopardize hair transplantation results.
* It is crucial that a patient who wishes to undergo hair transplantation has healthy donor sites from which to harvest follicles.

Before conducting a hair transplantation procedure, Dr. Katz and his staff will perform a thorough evaluation to ensure that each patient is a suitable candidate. If you have any questions about the hair transplantation procedure, or would like to know whether you are a good candidate to receive a hair transplant, contact Dr. Theodore Katz at for more information.

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Contact Us for a Hair Transplant Consultation

If you are interested in hair transplantation and you live in the New Jersey or Pennsylvania area, we encourage you to fill out the form above to contact hair transplant specialist Dr. Theodore Katz. A pioneer in the field of hair restoration, Dr. Katz has helped thousands of patients regain confidence, and he can help you. If you would like to learn more about this internationally celebrated hair transplant specialist, please click on the link below to view Dr. Katz’s website geared specifically toward educating patients on hair restoration strategies.