FAQ
In this section you’ll find the most frequently asked questions covering many aspects of hair loss and hair transparent surgery. We’ve compiled this FAQ to help users more efficiently navigate our Q&A section as well as effectively learn what questions and concerns they might need to consider before undergoing hair transplant surgery
I am wanting to start coloring my hair. If I color my hair, can I still get a hair transplant? Do I have to stop coloring my hair before or after the hair transplant? – Todd
Todd, It is okay to color your hair. It will not affect your ability to receive a hair transplant. I advise my patients that they are able to color their hair up to the day before their surgery. The bigger concern is after surgery. Because the scalp is more sensitive imm...
I am a female age 64 and had an 800 graft hair replacement done about 5 years ago. Since the thinning on the front and crown has become...
I am a 43 year old African American male, and I had a hair transplant when I was 33. I consider my hair transplant to be one...
Do I really have to wait until I am 30 or older to have a hair transplant? I’ve been losing my hair for 5 years now si...
I had a hair transplant over 5 years ago and was fully aware that I would need 3 to 4 more hair transplant procedures to cover a bald...
Is it possible to have a hair transplant and wear a hard hat after a one week vacation? I’m a builder and need to we...
Six years years ago I had two hair transplants that did not go well. I was referred to my hair transplant surgeon by my Dermatologist...
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