Finding An Expert Who Knows How To Restore Curly Hair

For those who have naturally curly hair but are experiencing hair loss, there might be misconceptions regarding getting hair transplants or hair restoration treatments. A common one is thinking that hair transplants are more optimal for people with straight hair. But this is actually a long-standing myth as patients with curly hair actually have an advantage: the curls make hair look denser, so it actually takes fewer hair grafts to achieve visible results. At Ziering Medical, we know how to handle the hair loss needs of people with naturally curly hair. We also specialize in African American Hair Transplants.

Factors Behind Curly Hair Loss

Hair loss in people with curls is mostly attributed to the same genetic factors as anyone else. In the case of African Americans, the common causes of hair-loss also include severe or prolonged hairstyling, like weaves and tight braids. These can cause traction alopecia, but the good news is that it is one of the most common things our surgeons treat with our African American clients.

Curly Hair Requires Special Attention During Transplantation

When it comes to hair transplantation with curly hair, there are a few considerations to take. In the case of African Americans, special attention is given when harvesting the follicular units to avoid keloid scarring, which is of particular concern on darker skin. If a patient has a history of keloids, they are scheduled and seen every month for the first six months post hair transplant surgery to assess how they are healing. If necessary, a series of Kenalog injections will be administered.

Moreover, African American hair has a curly nature with a very distinctive root. This presents a different graft harvesting challenge compared to Asian or Caucasian hair. As the roots of African American hair are damaged easily due to the curl, special care and attention to detail must be used while harvesting the donor hair from the back and sides of the head to make certain the bulbs of the hair are not damaged or transected. The procedure requires a hair transplant surgeon with extensive experience with ethnic hair, an exceptionally good eye for detail, and an understanding of designing hairlines with straight, crisp edges.

Curly Hair Requires Fewer Transplants

Because African American hair is coarse and curly, it instantly gives more coverage than straight hair. Sufficient coverage can be provided with fewer hair grafts. Excellent results can be achieved with black hair transplants, using either method – MDEE Strip Harvesting or FUE.

Angle Placement to Restore Curly Hair

An angle placement is very important for both wavy and straight hair. This is not nearly as important when it comes to curly hair. To ensure the growth is natural, the natural angle of the hair must be followed, and the degree varied according to the location. This enables the individual to comb and style their hair the same way they always have.

Celebrities with Curly Hair Choose Ziering Medical

Curly hair, such as those of African American and Latino’s hair, has unique requirements and Dr. Craig Ziering has developed such a reputation of proficiency in these that even celebrities seek him out. This was the case in Rapper Tory Lanez’s hair restoration, as the Canadian rapper reached out to fellow musician Tyga who had a hair transplant for advice. The latter recommended none other than Dr. Ziering.

Want More Information on How to Restore Curly Hair?

If you are interested in learning more about how curly hair restoration works, please be sure to get in touch with us and make an appointment at Ziering Medical. At our offices in West Hollywood, Newport Beach, New York City, and Greenwich, Connecticut our caring and experienced team of professionals will be eager to explain this process to a greater depth and answer any questions you may have. Contact us today to set up your consultation – we look forward to speaking with you!