Eyebrow Transplant Technique

Techniques in Eyebrow Transplant

Eyebrow transplant is a delicate procedure that requires meticulous technique and artistic design. Healthy hair follicles are typically harvested from the scalp and individually implanted into the eyebrow area.

Success depends on carefully matching the angle, direction, and thickness of each graft to mimic natural eyebrow growth. Modern techniques, such as single-hair grafting and ultra-fine incisions, allow for precise placement and natural-looking, permanent results.

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Eyebrow Design Tips

Length

The average length is 5.5cm in men and 5.0cm in women.

Width

The maximum width is 1.5cm in men and 1.3cm in women.

Positioning

Like a sword with a linear base. The upper part bowed with a pointed tail with many different shapes. The average distance between the medial brows is 2.3cm in both men and women. The entire brow in Asians is above the orbital rim; In Caucasians it is located below the orbital rim.

Hair Diameter

The caliber changes all along the eyebrow, thinner at the head and tail.

Hair Directions

Natural directions of existing eyebrows must be taken into consideration when inserting grafts. At medial half most hairs point upward and laterally. There are at least 2 variances amongst individuals at outer half:
1. Hairs in upper and lower portion converge toward each other until the end of the tail, or
2. Hairs all point downward.

Designing the eyebrow before a transplant is crucial for several reasons:

1.  Customization: Each person’s facial features are unique, so designing the eyebrow beforehand allows for a customized approach that suits the individual’s face shape, symmetry, and aesthetic preferences.
2.  Natural Appearance: A well-designed eyebrow ensures a natural-looking result post-transplant, avoiding an artificial or mismatched appearance that can occur without proper planning.
3.  Patient Involvement: Involving the patient in the design process ensures their preferences and expectations are considered, leading to higher satisfaction with the final results.
4.  Optimal Placement: Designing the eyebrow before transplant helps determine the optimal placement of the transplanted follicles, ensuring they blend seamlessly with the existing hair and follow the natural growth pattern.
5.  Visual Aid: A pre-transplant design serves as a visual guide for the surgeon during the procedure, enhancing precision and accuracy in follicle placement.
6.  Communication: It facilitates clear communication between the patient and the surgeon, ensuring both parties are aligned on the desired outcome and the steps involved in achieving it.

Overall, designing the eyebrow before a transplant is a fundamental step in achieving natural, harmonious, and satisfying results tailored to each patient’s unique characteristics and preferences.

problems in Eyebrow Design

Eyebrows are the most expressive feature and create a masterline of the face. It is the reference point towards which all other angles and contours of the face are set. Hair transplantation for eyebrow loss was pioneered by Dr. Okuda ( Japan ) in 1939 and thereafter has been performed for many years. Restoring eyebrows have now become a very popular procedure due to the refinement of technique and outstanding results.

Though a small area eyebrow transplant demands high precision in design. First requirement is symmetry.

Eyebrows are an essential feature of the face because they give the shape of the face and form the facial features of the eye, nose, cheeks, mouth, and chin. Eyebrows are one of some facial features that can be shaped to enhance the beauty of the face. It is essential to consider the type of face and eyes.

The ideal eyebrow shape should closely related to the 6 different shapes of the face: Square, Round, Triangle, Oval Heart, Rectangle. The skeletal structure of the face also determines the basic eyebrow shape. The most pleasing result cannot be achieved if new eyebrows do not match all facial features.

We have created eyebrows according to patients’ instruction. Procedure went well and they were happy on going home. However after receiving comments from friends and relatives, they changed their mind about what they liked. After a few days they returned requesting to alter the shape, which is impossible.

Solution – Our Perfect Eyebrow Package

Our doctor will assess your condition to see if eyebrow transplant is good for you. He will advise whether you should have FUT or FUE, how many hair would be needed, as well as the downtime and aftercare.

Our doctor will discuss with you where to insert the hair follicles before surgery. The cost is simple calculated according to areas of transplant.

Tell us the shape and pattern you desire, or our beauty consultant Sara is delighted to help.
Sara is a certified beautician with years of experience. She will design eyebrows to best match your facial features. You are welcomed to ask your friends and family for comment till you are fully satisfied with the new look.

We give you plenty of time to think about the procedure. Once make up your mind you can simply call to make a booking. Most procedures can be completed in 3 to 4 hours under local aneathesia.

3D Stick & Place Technique

Result from using the traditional technique was too “Flat” to meet patients’ high expectations. We have therefore adopted a new 3-dimensional approach to mimic mother nature, paying meticulous attention to the:

•   anatomy and shape of a normal eyebrow
•   Individual differences between their eyebrow
•   scalp hair characters

What is Stick & Place

S & P is our special technique when individual hair follicles matching the characters of the original eyebrows are inserted one by one into the target area. We adjust the implantation direction and angle of each individual hair according to that of the original eyebrows. Compared with pre-made Incision when all the holes are pre-made, our result is more natural. Our doctor will let you final check the result on completion. Fine adjustments is made, if necessary, to meet your requirements.

  • Careful selection of matching donor hair, avoiding white and thick hair
  • Mark the positions of the head, peak, and tail of the eyebrows according to patient’s liking
  • Ensure the patients agree with the eyebrow design
  • Adjust the angle, orientation, and direction of insertion along the eyebrow for a 3D Effect
  • Hair of different calibers are planted at different sites
  • Follow our “Eyebrow Taming Protocol” to ensure transplanted hairs flow naturally.
Our Stick & Place Technique - Single hairs are selected and inserted one by one
  • Those who desire a perfect result should first tattoo lightly the eyebrow shape to ensure symmetry.
  • This service is included in our “Perfect Eyebrow Package” .
  • Blood thinner such as Aspirin and Plavrix should be stopped a week before. Otherwise the transplanted area is prone to bleeding and bruising after the procedure.
  • Keep some hair at the back of the head to cover the donor area

Level I Conscious Sedation

Ensuring patient safety is our first priority. When applying local anesthesia, we strictly follow the Massachusetts Medical Society Office-Based Surgery Guidelines ( USA ). According to this guideline, anesthesia is divided into four levels I, II, III, and IV.

We use the first level when local anesthesia injection is combined with mild oral sedation. It is the safest of the four levels without any intramuscular or intravenous injection.

Local Anesthesia

Our procedure is performed under local anesthesia with oral sedation. The use of the very fine 33G needle ( 0.2mm tip ) and a slow injecting technique are the keys to minimize discomfort during injection.

Wound Care protocol

The next day after eyebrow transplant. Expect some swelling and redness.
  • Avoid touching: Avoid touching or rubbing the transplanted area to prevent dislodging the grafts.
  • Sleeping position: If possible, sleep with your head elevated with an extra pillow to reduce swelling.
  • Cleaning: Gently clean the transplanted area with mild, non-irritating soap to prevent infection and remove crusting.
  • Moisture: Keeping the area moist with an ointment if provided to reduce itching.
  • Avoid sweat and water: Keep the area dry and avoid heavy sweating and direct water exposure (like showers hitting the face directly).
  • Avoid makeup and dyes: Do not use makeup or attempt to dye the new eyebrows until fully healed or as directed.
  • Medications: Follow any prescribed medication routine, or mild painkillers if prescribed. No antibiotic is required.
  • Sun exposure: Avoid direct sun exposure to the transplanted area. Use hats or stay in the shade to protect the eyebrows during the healing process.
  • Activity restrictions: Limit activities that might increase blood pressure or lead to excessive sweating

 

Each clinic may have slight variations in their aftercare advice, so it’s always best to follow the specific instructions provided by the transplant surgeon.

Follow-ups are scheduled the next day, after 1 week, and then after 3 months. Attend scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor the healing process and get further advice tailored to your recovery.

Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages for the first two days after your procedure. Alcohol thins the blood and may cause bleeding or bruising. Please cut down on smoking for at least a week after your surgery. Too much nicotine will cut down on blood supply and affect graft survival.

In contrast to scalp hair transplant, most transplanted eyebrows do not shed and continue to grow. Good result in most cases can be seen after 4 months. We recommend to wait at least 6 months before considering any touch-up in density, if required

Trimming the Transplanted Eyebrows

You can trim your transplanted eyebrows around 2-4 weeks post-procedure, based on your doctor’s advice and healing progress.

Ensure the area is fully healed with no irritation before trimming. Use clean scissors or an electric trimmer on a safe setting to maintain shape and appearance. Be gentle to avoid dislodging the new hairs, which are still stabilizing in their new positions.

Initially, transplanted hairs grow longer and faster, requiring frequent trimming. After six  months, their growth rate slows down.

Doctor’s Comment

Good hair habits aren’t complicated. Clean gently. Nourish from within. Avoid extremes. And treat your scalp like the living skin it is.

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From consultation, surgery, to aftercare, you will receive continued personal care by our doctors, not just consultants.

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