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GlossaryPunch Grafting (Punch Hair Transplant)

small scalp sections with hair follicles transplanted to bald areas

Punch Grafting, also known as Punch Hair Grafting or Punch Hair Transplant, is a hair restoration technique where small, circular sections of scalp containing hair follicles are removed from a donor area and transplanted to a balding or thinning area. Each graft typically contains 2-4 hairs and is placed into tiny holes made in the recipient site, allowing for natural hair growth over time. This method was more common in the past but has largely been replaced by more advanced techniques like Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE).

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community Finasteride + HT results: 10 months. Post fin shed pics

frankieromer in Finasteride/Dutasteride 136 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with finasteride and a 1000 FUE hair transplant for the frontal region, noting significant improvement in the crown area with medication alone. They emphasized patience with finasteride, as results vary from person to person.

community Holy shit. Verteporfin may actually be the cure

Destracky in Research/Science 1012 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation discuss Verteporfin's potential as a hair loss treatment. It's shown promise in regrowing hair after transplants and might be effective with microneedling.

community Verteporfin (Visudyne) group buy 🌷

InteractionIcy84 in Treatment 29 upvotes 3 years ago

User seeks participants for Verteporfin group buy. Verteporfin, FDA approved, may regenerate hair follicles and sweat glands through heavy microneedling.

community Can I punch someone if they make fun of my hair loss, just like Will Smith did?

ZeldaFanBoi1988 in Chat 448 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hair loss and emphasizes empathy.

community Beard to Scalp Hair Transplants - are they any good?

itsnearlygone in Transplants 6 upvotes 3 years ago

Beard to scalp hair transplants can provide 12,000-15,000 grafts for coverage, with fast recovery time. However, beard hair may grow curly and not suitable for frontal areas.

community Verteporfin update - donor hair regeneration human trial

Synizs in Research/Science 22 upvotes 2 years ago

A human trial of verteporfin, a potential treatment for hair loss, with some users noting potential improvements in scarring and overall healing compared to control areas.

community Verteporfin FUT 9 Month Update

Different_Piece_4075 in Research/Science 78 upvotes 7 months ago

Dr. Bloxham's 9-month update on FUT scar revision with Verteporfin shows promising results. Excitement is high for FUE, which appears highly effective based on Dr. Barghouthi's findings.

community AMA: I travelled to Turkey to get an FUE Hair Transplant: 5000 Grafts, Dr Koray Erdogan, ASMED Clinic

TraditionalCoffee in Transplants 32 upvotes 6 years ago

A user traveled to Turkey for a 5000-graft FUE hair transplant at ASMED Clinic with Dr. Koray Erdogan. They used finasteride before and after the surgery and shared detailed experiences, costs, and recovery tips.

community 3 years on dutasteride 0.5mg and minoxidil 5mg

Ok-Low1193 in Progress Pictures 16 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been taking dutasteride 0.5mg and minoxidil 5mg orally for 3 years to treat hair loss, which has stabilized their condition. They are considering adding topical RU58841 to their regimen but are uncertain of its effectiveness and contemplating a hair transplant instead.

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

eljijazo08 in Transplants 60 upvotes 3 weeks 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 Minoxidil, boil em mash em stick em in the scalp

Geneticwaste101 in Satire 107 upvotes 2 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. The first user asked for proof of the effectiveness of these treatments, and the second user responded with a humorous reply.

community How long should you take fin/dut for, before getting a transplant?

UsernameTaken_123 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 1 year ago

The user started taking dutasteride a month ago and is seeking advice on whether to wait for a year before getting a hair transplant, as it could potentially strengthen the donor-zone and require fewer grafts, or to get a transplant immediately, extracting only the "strong hairs" not affected by dutasteride. The user is unsure which approach is correct.

community Hims Tropical tropical fin and min I have been using it for 4 months. Do you think it's working?

ob10187 in Is this regrowth? 558 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is asking if the Hims Tropical tropical fin and min treatment is working for hair regrowth. Some users believe it is working, while others do not see a difference. The cost of the treatment is $195 for a 5 month supply.

community Verteporfin day 84 update - donor hair regeneration human trials

Synizs in Research/Science 33 upvotes 2 years ago

A human trial involving verteporfin for hair regeneration, with the results showing some regrowth of 1-2 hairs in an area where a follicular unit was extracted. The conversation also suggested that future studies should involve higher doses and more frequent injections.

community Latest verteporfin update (9/11/2022)

Helpingmehelp in Research/Science 15 upvotes 2 years ago

Research and science related to a minor improvement in hair growth caused by the use of verteporfin, as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Why only the top of the head?!

dankaws in Chat 2 years ago

Why the top of the head is affected by hair loss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.

community Goodbye y'all, it's been a journey but have accepted where I'm at

y00sh420 in Update 219 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that the user, y00sh420, tried various treatments including a $700 lllt helmet, topical minoxidil and finasteride, spectraDNC, and micro needling, but did not achieve the desired results. They have decided to stop trying until a cure for male pattern baldness is found. Other users expressed different opinions on hair loss treatments.

community Progress/ 3500 Grafts FUE Hair Transplant In Turkey

Captaincapture6 in Progress Pictures 341 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who had a hair transplant in Turkey and shared their experience, as well as tips for those considering the same procedure. Other users then discussed their experiences with similar clinics, and offered advice on how to find reputable surgeons and avoid scams.

community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

Neither_Dependent_24 in Research/Science 71 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

community People treat me so different when I was bald compared to my comb over.

TheSeabass_999 in Chat 226 upvotes 4 months ago

The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hair transplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.

community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

irani_89 in Transplants 170 upvotes 6 months ago

A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

community 6 years post transplant.. NO meds

NoggyMaskin in Transplants 779 upvotes 1 year ago

User had a hair transplant in 2016 but stopped taking finasteride due to side effect concerns. Now considering another transplant and starting finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to improve hair situation.

community Starting Year 2 of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil – How Do I Look?

user10893432823432 in Satire 2 years ago

This conversation is about a user's experience with low-dose oral Minoxidil for hair loss, and includes advice from other users who suggest trying finasteride or microneedling, as well as shaving off the remaining hair and seeking a hair transplant in Turkey. It was originally intended as satire but had to be clarified due to confusion.

community Does losing your hair make you hit the gym ?

geeknotweak in Satire 1 year ago

How some people start going to the gym when they begin to lose their hair, as well as discussing various treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil and Dermarolling) for hair loss.

community MicroRNA can regrow 90% of lost hair, researchers find

2fy54gh6 in Treatment 502 upvotes 2 years ago

Researchers finding that microRNA can potentially regrow 90% of lost hair, and the challenges involved in moving this research forward to human trials. Various treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride and minoxidil, have been discussed.

community Theory And Observation: Why Being Bald Can Really Work

justaskinthequestion in Shaved/buzzed 88 upvotes 11 months ago

The original poster believes shaving his head made him more attractive to a specific group of women, despite being less attractive overall. The conversation includes various opinions on attractiveness, with some agreeing that being bald can work for certain men, while others suggest maintaining hair is generally more appealing.

community Huge holes on donor area of scalp is this even normal?

TorstenOdger in Transplants 106 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.

community Finasteride only 9 months update

Distinct-Text2787 in Progress Pictures 474 upvotes 2 years ago

A 25-year old user's progress with only finasteride in treating their hair loss, and other users suggesting minoxidil and dermarolling as additional treatments.

community I'm sorry I hate it, I cannot enjoy life like this.

getmeoutofhere1965 in Chat 175 upvotes 4 months ago

A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.

community 8 Months Hair Transplant Progress

No-Direction-7930 in Progress Pictures 152 upvotes 1 year ago

The post is about a user's 8-month progress after a hair transplant at Attica Clinic using 1400 grafts, oral Biotin, Pura D'or Serum, Klorane Quinine Shampoo, microneedling, and daily 5-minute scalp massages. The comments vary, with some praising the results and others criticizing them as unnatural.