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I heard of other procedures like FUT and FIT in transplant procedures
Question:I heard of other procedures like FUT and FIT in transplant procedures offered by various doctors. Are these really just variations on FUE? Could they really be any better? Answer:FIT stands for follicular isolation technique and it was described by one specific doctor. That was his way of describing Follicular Unit Excision. Essentially FIT and […]
I am in my mid 20s and considering a hair transplant
Question:I am in my mid 20s and considering a hair transplant. If I do this at such a young age, will it still be a permanent solution? Answer:Yes. In most cases, no matter what age the patient is when they have a hair transplantation procedure, the results are for the most part permanent. In patients […]
Can you explain how PRP is made
Question:Can you explain how PRP is made? Answer:PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma. It is made by doing between a 20 mL to 60 mL blood draw from the patient. The blood sample is placed in a centrifuge machine and the centrifuge spins at a very high rate separating the components of the blood. The separated […]
Can low-level laser therapy be used on everyone
Question:Can low-level laser therapy or LLLT be used on everyone and how effective is it? Answer:There are really no contraindications for the use of low-level laser therapy (LLLT). The only thing that I can think of off hand is if a patient had a prior reaction to exposure to this type of laser. The other […]
What are the benefits of using minoxidil after hair transplantation
Question:What are the benefits of using minoxidil after hair transplantation and how long is it used for? Answer:The theory is that minoxidil, the genetic form of Rogaine, used after hair transplantation has a benefit in helping to prevent shock hair loss of the pre-existing hairs in the transplanted area. It is generally recommended that the […]
How long after my hair transplant will I need to worry about sun exposure
Question:How long after my hair transplant will I need to worry about sun exposure? Is it okay to be in the sun as long as I am wearing a hat and will the hat negatively affect the transplant in any way? Answer:As long as a few days have gone by after the hair transplantation procedure, […]
My hair transplant was almost two months ago
Question:My hair transplant was almost two months ago and though I originally experienced very little pain, I am now experiencing some pain, more like pressure in my head. What can be done and should I be concerned? Answer:Any time a patient has pain several weeks after a hair transplantation procedure I recommend that they contact […]
I underwent an FUE transplant a little over a year ago
Question:I underwent an FUE transplant a little over a year ago. My results were excellent until a few months ago when the transplanted hairs began to fall out. Why is this happening and what can be done? Answer:It is possible that you are going through a period of telogen, which is where the hair follicles […]
If you have a second hair transplant will you then have a second scar
Question:If you have a second hair transplant will you then have a second scar? Answer:No, you do not have to have a second scar when having a second hair transplantation procedure. It is possible to remove the scar that is remaining from the first procedure during the second procedure. That is what I recommend to […]
Is PRP effective for women with androgenetic hair loss
Question:Is PRP effective for women with androgenetic hair loss? It sounds promising for men. Is there any reason it would not work for women? Answer:Yes, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) would be as effective for women as men with androgenetic and/or genetic hair loss. However, it is still unproven and the verdict is still out as to […]