Many people start losing their hair when they start aging, and one of the most common signs of aging is the graying of hair, so when people opt for a hair transplant in Islamabad to restore their lost hair, the most common question they ask is, “Can transplanted hair still turn gray?”
At Royal Cosmetic Surgery, we have a thorough consultation with our patients to deeply evaluate their scalp condition and hair type, and communicate every possible outcome so people cannot have false hopes or expectations.
In this blog, we will discuss whether our transplanted hair can turn gray and, if yes, what factors contribute towards graying, and provide more details regarding it.
Can Transplanted Hair Still Turn Gray?
The color of hair depends on the genetics of the hair follicles that are donated, so yes, transplanted hair can still turn gray if the donor follicles were gray. Your genetics will not change, and when hair follicles are taken from the donor area, which is, in most cases, the back of your head, then the genes and follicles remain the same, and when your aging process starts, your hair starts turning gray.
Factors That Contribute to Hair Graying:
Genetics:
Gray hair plays a very important role in determining when your hair will start graying.
Aging:
A decrease in melanin production happens when you age, due to which your hair loses pigment and becomes gray.
Diet:
Your diet intake also affects the graying process, as less and insufficient intake of vitamins and minerals turns hair gray.
Smoking:
Smoking can also cause graying as it reduces blood flow to the hair.
Stress :
High stress levels also release chemicals in the brain that cause hair graying.
Medical Conditions :
Medical conditions like thyroid, anemia can also gray your hair
Preventing Grey Transplanted Hair:
You can not do anything to stop the aging process or stop transplanted hair from getting gray, but if you are still young and want to delay the graying of hair, then you can do the following for prevention:
Nutrition Rich Diet:
Eat foods that are rich in vitamins and minerals, like salmon, chickpeas, and fortified cereals, etc.
Manage Stress:
Stress can release chemicals that can turn your hair gray, so try not to stress and manage it as much as you can.
Avoid Smoking:
Smoking can slow down the oxygen flow to the hair and can cause hair to turn grey.
Sun Exposure:
Stay out of the sun, and when stepping out, protect your hair from direct sunlight.
Hair Care:
Have a proper and healthy haircare routine. Apply oils, wash your hair regularly, and keep it in good condition.
Damage Protection:
Do not strain your hair by excessive heat styling and putting chemicals on it, as it can also turn your hair gray.
How To Manage Existing Gray Hair?
You can use hair dyes to cover your gray transplanted hair to achieve a youthful appearance, and also have regular visits with your doctors to maintain your transplant so they cannot age too early.
Best Hair Transplant Surgeon in Islamabad:
Dr. Naveed Azhar, ranked among the top 10 best surgeons of Pakistan, is an expert hair transplant surgeon with years of hands-on experience in hair restoration. We are really proud to have him at our clinic at Royal Cosmetic Surgery as a part of our expert and highly qualified team of surgeons and aesthetic physicians. He has this patient-centric approach that makes patients trust him, and he, in return, delivers the best results. Though graying is a natural process but he makes sure to advise the best to the patients so they can have realistic expectations from the results and prevent early graying.
Final Thoughts :
If you are opting for a hair transplant to have your hair and youth back, but are worried that your transplanted hair will also turn grey and make you look old, then you should consult our expert, Dr. Naveed Azhar at Royal Cosmetic Surgery, so you can get to know about your hair type and genetics after a thorough consultation appointment.
Call us now and schedule your spot with us today.
