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Glossary Punch Grafting

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 This method was more common in the past but has largely been replaced by more advanced techniques like Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE).

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research Hair Transplantation: The Punch Graft Technique

27 citations , April 1971 in “Surgical Clinics of North America”

The punch graft technique effectively redistributes hair to cover bald areas.

research Dr Shoji Okuda (1886-1962): The great pioneer of punch graft hair transplantation

19 citations , September 2009 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

This article discusses the contributions of Dr. Shoji Okuda to the field of hair transplantation and reports no new research findings.

research Folliculitis Decalvans Developing 20 Years After Hair Restoration Surgery in Punch Grafts: Case Report

11 citations , August 2009 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

A man developed a rare scalp disorder, Folliculitis Decalvans, 20 years after hair restoration surgery, and it required long-term antibiotic treatment.

research Acyclovir Can Abort Rejection of Punch Grafts in Herpes-simplex-Induced Lip Leucoderma

9 citations , January 1999 in “Dermatology”

Acyclovir can prevent rejection of skin grafts in herpes-related lip leucoderma.

research Punch graft versus follicular hair transplantation in the treatment of stable vitiligo

8 citations , March 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy”

In this study, researchers found that punch grafting was more effective than follicular hair transplantation for treating stable vitiligo; however, follicular hair transplantation was found to be cosmetically preferable for exposed areas like the face due to fewer side effects.

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community 2250 graft transplant 1.5 month ago.

150 upvotes 1 year ago

A user had a 2250 graft hair transplant using both FUT and FUE methods, and is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, multivitamins, and biotin. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and appearance of the procedure, with some suggesting additional treatments or considering alternative options like shaving or using a hair system.

community My Hair transplant surgery update 3500 Grafts

587 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their experience with a hair transplant surgery in India, involving 3,500 grafts, and expressed satisfaction with the results and cost. The post received mixed reactions, with some users questioning the authenticity of the graft count and results, while others praised the outcome.

community Failed HT or expected result? 4505 grafts, Eugenix, New Delhi.

in Transplants 36 upvotes 1 year ago

The hair transplant at Eugenix in New Delhi resulted in poor density and texture, with only about 2,500 grafts surviving out of 4,500. The user is considering holding the clinic accountable and exploring options like shaving, using hair fibers, or seeking another transplant.

community Hair Transplant before and after

216 upvotes 9 months ago

The user underwent a hair transplant with 2800 grafts and used a topical treatment containing minoxidil. They also had scalp micropigmentation (SMP) to enhance the results, which cost $15,000 for the surgery and $1,500 for SMP sessions.

community 5 Month Update with Progress Pics

in Progress Pictures 419 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their 5-month hair transplant progress, having undergone a procedure with 4100 grafts at MedBlue in Istanbul for $3,600. They started taking oral minoxidil and finasteride daily after the transplant and use topical minoxidil with microneedling every two weeks, reporting positive results and no unwanted hair growth.

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