Search

for
Search:

Did you mean Recipient Sites?

GlossaryRecipient Sites

areas on the scalp where hair follicles are transplanted

Recipient sites, also known as graft recipient sites or hair transplant recipient sites, are the areas on the scalp where hair follicles are transplanted during a hair restoration procedure. These sites are carefully prepared by a surgeon to ensure proper placement, angle, and density of the transplanted hair, which is crucial for achieving a natural-looking result.

Related Terms

Learn

0 / 0 results

— no results

Research

5 / 1000+ results

research Male Pattern Alopecia: Impact on Self-Esteem and Evolution of Hair Restoration Surgery

2 citations, October 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

The document concludes that advancements in hair restoration surgery have led to more natural results and patient satisfaction, with hope for future improvements in treatment.

research Pubic Hair Restorative Surgery Using Grafts Harvested by the Nonshaven Follicular Unit Extraction Technique

February 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Nonshaven follicular unit extraction is a highly satisfactory method for restoring pubic hair.

research FUT vs. FUE Graft Survival: A Side-by-Side Study of 3 Patients Undergoing a Routine 2,000+ Graft Hair Transplantation

13 citations, September 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international”

FUE and FUT hair transplants have similar success rates, with FUE slightly better.

research Hair Loss and Hair Restoration in Women

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

Hair loss in women is complex to diagnose and treat, and hair restoration should be done by experts. Using minoxidil before surgery can help manage post-surgery hair shock loss. The Follicular Unit Transplantation method is recommended for women due to its speed, no need for shaving, and better graft quality. Strategies like L, T, and reverse L patterns can help restore central hair density, and regenerative methods can improve graft survival in hair transplants.

research Hair Loss in Men: Causes and Treatments

May 2013 in “Trends in Urology & Men's Health”

Male-pattern hair loss is normal, often involves hormone effects on hair follicles, and can be treated with medication or surgery, but new treatments are being researched.

View more "recipient site design" in research →

Community Join

5 / 70 results

community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago

In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

community 3000 grafts + DHI Technique + Foam Minoxidil + Tretinoin + DUT 5 months and 2 weeks so far.

in Progress Pictures 109 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation is about a user's hair transplant progress using 3000 grafts with DHI technique, foam Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Dutasteride after 5.5 months. Commenters are impressed with the results, noting significant improvement.

community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

in Research/Science 10 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

community Pyrilutamide cease and desist from Kintor

in Transplants 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Considering a hair transplant, using Pyrilutamide, the potential availability of CosmeRNA, and the significance of taking Minoxidil and Finasteride for long-term results.

community Why only the top of the head?!

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.

View more "recipient site design" in community →