Hair Transplant
GET BACK TO A FULL, NATURAL-LOOKING HEAD OF HAIR IN THE PHILADELPHIA AREA
Hair Loss: What’s Really Causing It?
Hair loss in men and women can be frustrating, and it often feels like it happens without warning. In reality, there are several underlying causes. Genetics is the most common culprit, leading to male or female pattern baldness as hair follicles shrink and stop producing hair over time. Hormonal changes, stress, certain medications, medical conditions, and even poor nutrition can also play a role.
No matter the cause, losing your hair can impact your confidence and how you feel about yourself. The good news? Understanding why it’s happening is the first step toward finding a solution—and there are effective treatments that can help.
Whether you’re noticing thinning, balding patches, or a receding hairline, a hair transplant could be the solution. These treatments are especially effective for men and women dealing with pattern hair loss caused by genetics, as hair follicles gradually weaken and shut down over time.
The best place to start? A consultation with Dr. Buinewicz. He’ll get to the root of what’s causing your hair loss and help you decide if a hair transplant is the right move for you.
Thinking About a Hair Transplant? Here’s What to Know
So, what you may be wondering is – how does a hair transplant work? What exactly is the purpose of a hair transplant? Unlike treatments that aim to revive thinning or dormant follicles, hair transplants take a different approach—by physically relocating healthy follicles (called hair grafts) from one part of the scalp to areas where hair is thinning or balding. This technique has been used for decades, but today’s advanced methods deliver far more natural-looking results.
Modern hair transplant procedures focus on harvesting individual follicles or small follicular units, typically from the back or sides of the scalp, where hair tends to resist balding. These grafts are then carefully implanted one by one into tiny incisions in the thinning areas. Once transplanted, the living follicles begin growing new, healthy hair, gradually restoring volume and coverage. Unlike the outdated strip method, which left a visible scar across the back of the head, today’s follicular unit extraction (FUE) technique avoids linear scarring and results in a more seamless look.
Even patients who had transplants years ago and were dissatisfied with the outcome may benefit from these improved hair restoration techniques for 2025, 2026, and the future. Dr. Buinewicz can enhance and refine previous work by grafting healthy follicles into older transplant sites, creating a more natural, fuller hairline and overall result.
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How Can a Hair Transplant Change Your Look and Confidence?
Is a hair transplant worth it? Or, more specifically, what are the advantages of a hair transplant?
A hair transplant isn’t just about restoring lost hair — it’s about restoring confidence, self-image, and a sense of control over your appearance. Whether you’re dealing with a receding hairline, thinning crown, or patchy hair growth, a professionally performed hair transplant can make a dramatic difference — not only in how you look, but in how you feel.
Unlike temporary fixes or cosmetic cover-ups, hair transplants offer a lasting, natural-looking solution. The results don’t just blend with your existing hair— they become your real, growing hair. That’s because the procedure uses your own healthy follicles, typically taken from the back or sides of the scalp, where hair is more resistant to thinning. These follicles are carefully transplanted to thinning or balding areas, where they continue to grow for years to come.
Benefits of Hair Transplants:
- Natural-Looking Results:
Modern techniques like FUE (follicular unit extraction) allow for the precise placement of individual follicles, mimicking natural growth patterns and creating results that blend seamlessly with your existing hair.
- Long-Lasting Solution to Hair Loss:
Unlike topical treatments or temporary options, transplanted hair is typically resistant to the hormone that causes pattern baldness. That means your new hair is here to stay.
- Minimally Invasive and Low Downtime:
Performed under local anesthesia, hair transplants are safe, comfortable procedures with minimal recovery time. Most patients return to their normal routines within a few days.
- Boost in Self-Esteem and Confidence:
For many, fuller hair leads to a fuller life — socially, professionally, and emotionally. Patients often report feeling younger, more energized, and more self-assured after their procedure.
- Low Maintenance Results:
Once transplanted, your new hair doesn’t require special shampoos or treatments. It grows just like the rest of your hair. You can wash it, cut it, and style it however you like.
Who Can Benefit Most from a Hair Transplant?
A good candidate for a hair transplant is someone experiencing thinning or balding in specific areas, with healthy hair growth at the back or sides of the scalp, where donor follicles are typically harvested. Men and women with pattern baldness due to genetics often see the most predictable results, but individuals with thinning hair from aging or previous procedures may also benefit. Ideal candidates are generally in good health, have realistic expectations, and understand that results take time to develop. A consultation with an experienced provider is essential to evaluate scalp condition, hair density, and determine if this treatment is the right fit.
Our Approach to Hair Transplants at Buinewicz Plastic Surgery
Anyone considering hair restoration surgery will first meet with Dr. Buinewicz for a personalized consultation. He will examine your scalp, explain the hair grafting process, and answer questions about everything from hair transplant cost to expected results. Hair transplant surgery is a meticulous process, but patients find that the results are worth it!
How Does a Hair Transplant Actually Work?
The next question you may have is, “What is the process of a hair transplant?” The modern technique for harvesting donor hairs is called follicular unit extraction (FUE). While follicles were once manually removed in strips from the scalp, today’s automated NeoGraft® system allows for faster, more precise extraction. This technology cuts hair grafts with exceptional detail, increasing the chances of follicle survival.
Hair transplant procedures are performed while the patient is awake, using only local anesthesia, which makes the experience safer and more comfortable. During the treatment, Dr. Buinewicz numbs the area and carefully creates tiny incisions in the recipient site. Drawing on his expertise, deep understanding of scalp and hair growth, and an artistic eye, he designs natural-looking hair patterns that blend seamlessly with your existing hair and reflect your original style.
What Does Hair Transplant Recovery Look Like?
“What is hair transplant recovery like?” “How long is a hair transplant recovery?” These are some of the most common hair restoration-related questions our patients ask. Hair grafts need time to settle in and get firmly established in their new “homes” in the scalp. Expect to see shedding in the months after a hair transplant, as the follicles kick out hairs and begin to grow new ones. About six to nine months after your hair transplant, the hair grafts tend to fall into an established cycle, with the desired results of a fuller head of hair seen within a year or two.
WHY CHOOSE DR. ANNIE BUINEWICZ?
AT HUNTERDON COUNTY, NJ and BUCKS COUNTY, PA
Dr. Annie Buinewicz is a board-certified family medicine physician with over 25 years of experience. She holds additional certifications in medical weight loss, body contouring, hair restoration, and aesthetic injectables including Botox®, Daxxify™, and dermal fillers. Dr. Buinewicz takes a holistic approach to care, focusing on the overall health and wellness of each patient.
At Buinewicz Plastic Surgery, Dr. Buinewicz personally treats every patient — ensuring high-quality, individualized care in a practice that truly prioritizes medical integrity and patient-centered service.