Also known as male pattern baldness, it’s a condition that typically occurs slowly over time and in predictable patterns. Androgenic alopecia results in bald spots, a receding hairline, and is hereditary. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, up to 50 percent of men will experience it by the age of 50. Even […]
Many men delay receiving a consultation with a hair loss specialist for fear of what they’ll learn. The only way to ascertain what type of hair loss you have and if you’re a good candidate for a hair transplant is a consultation. Hair Loss History Your surgeon will document the history and timeline of […]
Hair loss isn’t something that only happens to men. Approximately 55 percent of women experience hair loss. According to statistics by the American Hair Loss Association, 40 percent of all hair loss suffers are women. It often begins slowly and can escalate, depending on the underlying cause. Female Pattern Baldness It’s an inherited condition that […]
Follicular unit extraction (FUE) is one of the most common methods used to restore the hair of an individual who is balding. It’s an effective technique for both men and women, but not everyone is a good candidate for the procedure. FUE is a process in which hair follicles are transplanted from one area […]
The good news is that most hair transplant procedures are outpatient surgery and individuals go home the same day. The recovery process is dependent on the type of transplant that’s performed and side effects are usually resolved within 10 to 14 days. Side Effects Like any surface surgery, there will be some side effects […]
Hair transplants must come from the same person who is the recipient. Hair currently can’t be transplanted from another person, even from someone that’s related. The recipient’s immune system would immediately view the transplanted hair follicles as an invader and attack them. The transplanted follicles would never have an opportunity to grow in. Every […]
No one wants to look in the mirror and see a receding hairline or thinning at the crown. It affects a man’s self-confidence and perception of self. There are a number of reasons for male hair loss, with the following being the most common. Genetics While there’s no way to change a person’s genetic […]
A hair transplant moves hair from one area of the scalp to another and can be performed in several ways. Everyone isn’t a good candidate for a transplant and the surgery should only be done by a highly trained professional. Treatable Conditions The procedure is effective for treating a variety of hair loss problems, including […]