Hair transplant is becoming an increasingly popular method of treating baldness. However, apart from receding hairlines or the characteristic bald spot on the crown, men are now paying more attention to having a thick beard. Some grow it because a beard is one of the most important attributes of masculinity, while others prefer it simply to look stylish and fashionable. The beard trend has been around for several years, and it seems it is here to stay. If the beard is patchy or irregular, a beard hair transplant can be a permanent and effective solution.
Types of beards
Beards have been part of men’s fashion for centuries, and there are many different types of beards, varying in length, shape, and style. Here are some popular beard styles:
- Classic beard – a short, uniform beard covering the entire jawline, trimmed to one length.
- Short brushed beard – short and brushed upward for a neat look.
- Van Dyke – characterized by a narrow, styled mustache combined with a pointed goatee.
- Garibaldi – a longer, fuller beard with short, styled mustache.
- Olympic beard – long, thick beard trimmed straight at the bottom.
- Grandfather’s beard – long, fluffy beard often styled with curled mustaches.
- Outlaw beard – featuring overgrown cheeks and a thick, trimmed beard on the chin.
Of course, there are many other beard styles, and fashion trends continue to evolve. The most important thing is to choose a beard that best suits your face shape and personality.
Methods of performing a beard hair transplant
Methods of performing a beard hair transplantPlastic surgery offers safe and natural ways to restore hair. Among the methods of beard transplantation, FUE stands out as the most effective. This is the method used by Dr. Piotr Turkowski – a specialist who has performed dozens of successful beard transplants. He has been consulting patients for years, always recommending the best solution.
This method involves precisely extracting individual hair follicles from the back of the scalp. Unlike the STRIP method, which requires removing a long strip of skin, FUE is minimally invasive and point-based. FUE carries a much lower risk of scarring in the donor area. With STRIP, a linear scar on the occiput is unavoidable. This key difference makes FUE especially recommended for men who prefer short hairstyles and do not want to grow their hair long to conceal surgical scars.
Beard thickening in practice
The most important stage of a beard transplant is designing the new beard. Patients can opt for a wider or narrower beard depending on their face shape and personal preferences. It is also possible to restore only the goatee without adding hair on the cheeks. The transplant can either fill in patchy spots (such as hairless areas on the cheeks) or involve a complete beard reconstruction, for example, in men with hormonal imbalances.
Typically, hair is harvested from the back of the head, as these hairs are the strongest and genetically resistant to hair loss. Once transplanted, they grow permanently in the beard area. The donor site, located just above the lower hairline at the nape, allows any trace of the procedure to be completely hidden. Sometimes hair may also be taken from the lower beard area (chin or neck) to move the beardline higher up the cheeks. This ensures that the beard maintains a natural color, thickness, and structure.
Beard transplant – how many grafts are needed?
The number of grafts required for a beard transplant depends on several factors, including hair density, follicle quality, the desired final effect, and the size of the area to be covered.
On average, a beard transplant requires between 500 and 2000 grafts, though in some cases more may be necessary. The larger the beard area to be restored, the greater the number of grafts required.
Before the procedure, the doctor will evaluate the patient’s donor hair and recommend the number of grafts needed to achieve the desired result. Patients should keep in mind that a beard transplant is a process that requires time and patience, and the full effect may only be visible several months after surgery.
Beard transplant results
Even though follicle extraction is fast and precise, the procedure typically lasts 4–6 hours. Patients should plan for a full day, but they can return to normal activities the very next day. The skin treated with the FUE method heals quickly, does not require special care, and does not need protection from sunlight. Patients at Dr. Piotr Turkowski’s clinic usually do not even need pain medication.
However, the final results of a beard transplant take time. New hairs begin to grow back within 6 to 12 months, most often between 6 and 8 months. After transplantation, only the follicle remains in the skin, while the initial hair shaft falls out during the healing process. New hairs regenerate and grow after this period. For this reason, it is worth deciding on a beard hair transplant as early as possible – every perfect beard needs time to grow.
