Survey Finds Demand for Hair Restoration Continues to Grow: Number of Patients Worldwide Increased 26% Since 2006

July 2009 in “ Hair transplant forum international ”

Robert C. F. Leonard, Karen Sideris

TLDR Hair restoration demand increased by 26% from 2006 to 2009.

A survey conducted in 2009 found that the demand for hair restoration procedures had significantly increased, with the number of patients worldwide rising by 26% since 2006. This growth indicated a rising interest and acceptance of hair restoration treatments globally. The findings were published in the Hair Transplant Forum International and highlighted the expanding market for hair restoration services.

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