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Use of Beard Hair as a Donor Source to Camouflage Linear Scars of Follicular Unit Hair Transplant

research Use of beard hair as a donor source to camouflage the linear scars of follicular unit hair transplant

10 citations , May 2012 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery”

This article discusses various methods for minimizing and repairing strip scars from follicular unit hair transplants but reports no new clinical results.

research Use of body and beard donor hair in surgical treatment of androgenic alopecia

7 citations , January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery”

This study found that beard and body hair can be used as additional donor sources for scalp transplants in androgenic alopecia, retaining their original color, curl, and calibre.

research Use of Body Hair and Beard Hair in Hair Restoration

28 citations , August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This article discusses using body and beard hair for hair restoration and reviews the indications, techniques, and risks involved, but reports no new clinical results.

research Utility of Follicular Unit Excision Using Nonscalp Donor Hair

November 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”

This review highlights that nonscalp donor hair harvesting, particularly from the beard, chest, and abdomen, can provide additional grafts for patients with insufficient scalp hair, though it requires high technical expertise.

research Beard Hair Transplantation

3 citations , April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This review discusses the increasing demand for facial hair transplantation in hair restoration, noting its benefits and the natural-appearing results achieved through modern techniques, but it reports no new clinical results.

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community People who had grafts harvested from beard to cover their crown how is your beard today ?

in Transplants 16 upvotes 2 months ago

A user is considering a hair transplant using 1000 grafts from their beard and 4500 from their donor area to cover their crown, concerned about the impact on their beard. Others advise that beard grafts, especially from under the chin, can be used effectively for the crown if done carefully, with minimal visible impact on the beard.

community Why can't NW7 get hair transplants? Can someone explain the math behind it?

in Transplants 60 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair transplants for NW7 individuals are challenging due to limited donor hair, often resulting in thin coverage unless body or beard hair is used. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned to support hair density and growth.

community Three hair transplants, before and after

in Transplants 363 upvotes 1 year ago

The user underwent three hair transplants over five years, totaling 6,500 grafts, and uses a topical solution with minoxidil and finasteride. The procedures were performed at Medikliniek in Amsterdam, with some donor hair taken from the beard during the last surgery.

community 2000 beard graft extracted with no visible scar

213 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their experience with a beard-to-scalp hair transplant, noting no visible scars and improved hair density using finasteride and minoxidil. The conversation discusses the differences between beard and scalp hair, potential changes in hair texture, and the use of beard hair for increased scalp coverage.

community Why does the same hormone grow your beard and destroy your hairline?

44 upvotes 4 months ago

DHT promotes beard growth but causes scalp hair loss due to inflammation and fibrosis. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil help with hormonal signals and blood flow but don't address underlying inflammation.

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learn Hair Transplant

Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.

When can I cut or style my hair after a hair transplant? You can cut or style your hair about 1 month after a hair transplant.
How many grafts do I need for a hair transplant? You typically need 1,000 to 7,000 grafts depending on hair loss extent and goals.
Is a hair transplant painful? A hair transplant is generally comfortable due to local anesthesia, with mild post-procedure soreness possible.
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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble

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