Hair Transplantation in the United States: A Population-Based Survey of Female and Male Pattern Baldness

November 2023 in “ Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open ”

Leonard Knoedler, Felix Ruppel, Martin Kauke, Doha Obed, Mengfan Wu, Lukas Prantl, P. Niclas Broer, Adriana C. Panayi, Samuel Knoedler

hair transplantation pattern baldness self-perceived attractiveness confidence mental health HT

Studysummary This survey reported that Americans often view hair loss as affecting their attractiveness and consider hair transplantation a valuable option, with women willing to pay more than men despite being less likely to undergo the procedure.

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