Female Hair Restoration
August 2013
in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”
TLDR Hair transplantation is the only permanent solution for female pattern hair loss and can greatly improve quality of life with careful planning.
The 2013 document discusses the complexities of female hair restoration, particularly for female pattern hair loss (FPHL). It states that hair transplantation is the only permanent solution for female alopecia and requires careful preoperative planning, including a thorough initial consultation to rule out other causes of hair loss. The paper highlights the need for patients to understand the progressive nature of FPHL and the importance of realistic postoperative expectations. It outlines the procedural approach, emphasizing the creation of density with minimal grafts and the management of potential complications. Postoperative care instructions include hair washing, application of Aquaphor and a water-based gel, and the use of 3.5% Minoxidil to reduce telogen effluvium. The document concludes that with careful planning, hair restoration surgery can be highly successful for women with FPHL, significantly improving their quality of life.
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