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Glossary Hair Transplant

surgical procedure moving hair follicles to balding areas

A hair transplant, also known as hair transplantation surgery or surgical hair restoration, is a medical procedure where hair follicles are moved from a part of the body with dense hair growth (usually the back or sides of the scalp) to a bald or thinning area. This procedure is commonly used to treat male pattern baldness and involves techniques such as Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) or Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) to ensure natural-looking results.

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community Back from the dead boys, hair transplant plus topical finasteride and minoxidil and 2.5mg oral minox

72 upvotes 7 months ago

The user had a hair transplant with 2,000 grafts and used topical finasteride, minoxidil, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) for hair regrowth. They experienced significant improvement over six months, with some dark circles as a side effect.

community Fear of transplants because of 'the old plugs' of yesteryear.

21 upvotes 7 years ago

Hair transplants have improved significantly from the old "plug" method, which left unnatural results. Modern techniques by skilled doctors can achieve natural-looking hairlines.

community How stupid to use androsterone after transplant?

4 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses the use of androsterone after a hair transplant, comparing its effects on hair loss risk to testosterone plus dutasteride. The user seeks mental benefits from androsterone without harming hair, despite concerns about its potential impact on follicles.

community What do you think of these hair transplants?

308 upvotes 9 months ago

Hair transplants in Bangkok are praised for their natural appearance, with a zigzag hairline design being favored over straight lines. The clinic Hairtran and Dr. Patty receive positive feedback, though some users express skepticism about photo filters and the authenticity of results.

community Cool hair transplant visualization

976 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses hair transplants, including the use of techniques like FUE and the importance of a good donor area to avoid visible bald patches. It also touches on alternative treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Pyrolutimide, and debates the idea of embracing baldness versus seeking treatments.

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Research

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research Contemporary Hair Transplant Surgery

November 1997 in “Archives of Dermatology”

This review critically discusses a book on hair restoration, highlighting its informal style and limited references, and concludes that it provides practical insights but lacks depth and reliability as a comprehensive guide.

research Correction of the Cornrow Transplant and Other Common Problems in Surgical Hair Restoration

6 citations , April 2000 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery”

The document suggests fixing bad hair transplants by removing large hair plugs and replacing them with smaller ones, considering the natural progression of hair loss, and emphasizing the need for ethical judgment in hair transplantation.

research Correction of the Cornrow Transplant and Other Common Problems in Surgical Hair Restoration

4 citations , April 2000 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery”

The document suggests fixing common hair transplant issues by combining artistic principles with plug reduction, recycling, and additional micrograft transplantation, while also potentially using arnica to help with post-operative swelling.

research Correction of the Cornrow Transplant and Other Common Problems in Surgical Hair Restoration

2 citations , April 2000 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery”

Dr. Vogel improved hair restoration by reducing and recycling hair plugs, achieving a more natural look and a 50-80% survival rate for replanted follicles. He emphasized understanding natural hair loss patterns, educating patients about alopecia, and refusing to operate on those who don't understand these aesthetics.

research Hair Restoration Complications: An Approach to the Unnatural-Appearing Hair Transplant

15 citations , November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”

This review discusses the common issues with unnatural appearing hair transplants and presents potential treatment approaches, but does not provide new clinical results.

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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.