Would 500 grafts be enough for density on the crown?
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    Finasteride β†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil β†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

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    πŸ’Š Finasteride (oral) several years
    πŸ’§ Minoxidil (topical)
    the tone is 😐 neutral with stopped hair loss results.

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    500 grafts are insufficient for crown density; alternatives like dutasteride and SMP are suggested. Minoxidil is avoided due to blood pressure and scalp irritation issues.
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