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Waiting is the hardest part, they say patience is a virtue, but after having a hair transplant, it's a requirement. When should you expect growth? That answer is different for everyone, but generally, it is after the third month. You may be a slow grower, don't know what that is? Keep reading.
FUE has exploded in popularity, and rightfully so, the technique is refined and can produce excellent results. However, there is a real issue with overharvesting.
The big 3 refers to finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral shampoo. All three treatments used in conjunction provide the most effective results for combatting androgenic alopecia (genetic hair loss).
There are several methods to implant hairs into the scalp. The standard form is through pre-made slits. Recently, direct hair implantation (DHI) has been heavily marketed. So what is the difference, and is there a better technique? Find out.
In the world of medical tourism, the cost has become the most critical factor when considering a hair transplant, but should it be? The answer is no. Find out how to find affordable quality.
Unfortunately, until hair cloning becomes a reality, the number of donor hair available is finite. However, with the inception of FUE, beard hair has become a viable source of additional hair.
Researching hair transplants can seem daunting. There is so much information, and most of the information is wrong. So how do you choose the best surgeon? Going on forums like the hair restoration network is a start in the right direction.
Hair transplants take twelve months to grow fully. For some, they can see growth as early as six months. For others, it may take up to twelve months and beyond. No two people grow at the same rate. Find out the reasons why.
Many don't understand the difference between getting coverage and density. They believe that coverage and density are the same, which they are not. Find out the difference.
Researching hair transplant surgeons and clinics is vital to ensure you receive the best possible results. To date, the Hair Restoration Network has been the best and most unbiased site to research hair transplant surgeons.
Robotic FUE came out a little over a decade ago but didn't become popular until the 2010s. Since then, there have been a lot of questions, is it better than conventional manual FUE?
Getting a hair transplant requires a lot of research. Making an informed decision is vital before selecting a surgeon.
Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) is how hair follicles are transplanted into balding areas using an implanter. Follicular unit extraction (FUE) removes these follicles one by one with a small punch. FUE and DHI can be used in tandem.
The cost varies depending on the severity of your hair loss. The more grafts you require, the more it will cost. The cost also varies from country to country. Hair transplants can cost 5,000-25,000, depending on the surgeon.
The amount of time varies from person to person. In general, growth begins after the third month but can take up to six months for some slow-growers.
Hair transplant surgery requires a stable donor supply. In theory, yes, you can be too bald. But if you have a strong donor supply on your scalp's back and sides, you are still a viable hair transplant candidate.
Modern-day hair transplants should look as natural as the hair you were born with, but that isn't always the case. The refinement and naturalness depend on the surgeon performing the procedure. Not all hair transplant surgeons are created equal.
Pain is subjective. There is some minor discomfort with hair transplantation, but for the most part, the procedure isn't painful for most people.
In theory, hair transplants last forever. However, this depends on where the hair is taken from on the scalp. In some instances, the surgeon may take hair from a vulnerable area, which would not last forever.
There's no perfect age to get a hair transplant, but there is a problem getting a hair transplant too young. Generally, no one under the age of twenty-five years old should get a hair transplant.
Dr. Maksim Pilkus, a researcher at UC Irvine, has discovered that the molecules found in hairy moles contain hair-growth stimulants. These molecules have been isolated and developed for a new treatment currently in the works.
Hair transplants are the only way to regrow hair on a bald scalp, and the success rate varies depending on the surgeon/clinic. Hair transplant results can take 12-18 months to fully manifest.