Use of hair grafting in scar camouflage

Abstract

Loss of hair-bearing tissue in the head and neck area can result from surgery, trauma, burns, tumors, and infection, as well as a diversity of inflammatory conditions, and the resulting defect can present a challenging problem for the reconstructive surgeon. Hair transplantation can be used as a reconstructive method alone or in conjunction with other techniques. The current method of using follicular unit grafts has led to natural restorations for a variety of areas including not only the scalp but also eyebrows, eyelashes, and beard areas. Camouflage provided by hair grafts can provide restoration not obtainable with other methods.