This question was  answered by Dr. Michael Beehner of Saratoga Springs, NY.  Dr. Beehner is one of our recommended hair restoration physicians. His professional answer is below. I am planning to have a hair transplant in November this year.  Unfortunately, I can only take a week off of work post-surgery. In fact, my surgery is on  Read More →

This question comes from a member of our Hair Restoration Social Community and Discussion Forums: I’m looking to undergo a smaller follicular unit transplantation (FUT) procedure with minimal scarring. Specifically, I’d like to eliminate the risk of scarring on the sides of the universal donor region by taking a smaller, wider strip strictly from the  Read More →

This question comes from a member of our Hair Restoration Social Community and Discussion Forums: I’m looking to undergo a smaller follicular unit transplantation (FUT) procedure with minimal scarring. Specifically, I’d like to eliminate the risk of scarring on the sides of the universal donor region by taking a smaller, wider strip strictly from the  Read More →

In our continuing effort to better serve the members of our community, the Hair Transplant Network is proud to announce several new improvements to our enhanced Hair Restoration Forum and Social Community that debuted in April of this year. Among the most significant improvements is that our most active members are now displayed prominently on  Read More →

As anyone suffering from genetic balding can tell you, this condition is progressive. Despite some very effective treatments for hair loss, most notably Propecia (finasteride) and Rogaine (minoxidil), the fight against balding can be quite challenging over the long term since hair loss is progressive and unpredictable. Topical concealers can help by temporarily providing balding  Read More →

Today’s hair loss sufferers can choose from a variety of proven treatment methods both surgical and non-surgical. From medications like Rogaine (minoxidil) and Propecia (finasteride) to hair replacement systems, concealers and, of course, hair transplant surgery. For the average victim of hair loss, one or a combination of these treatments may be all they need  Read More →

Let’s face it; a hair transplant procedure is a luxury item. For the average guy or gal working to make ends meet, raise a family and prepare for the unexpected curve balls life can deliver, setting aside a few thousand dollars for a cosmetic procedure may seem an unattainable goal. Often, balding men and women  Read More →

The NeoGraft hair transplant machine, touting itself as “state-of-the-art” and “game-changing” has received a lot of press lately with promises to make follicular unit extraction (FUE), a complex and labor intensive procedure requiring a highly skilled surgeon and staff, simpler, faster and more effective. However, NeoGraft has failed to garner the support of many of  Read More →

The NeoGraft hair transplant machine, touting itself as “state-of-the-art” and “game-changing” has received a lot of press lately with promises to make follicular unit extraction (FUE), a complex and labor intensive procedure requiring a highly skilled surgeon and staff, simpler, faster and more effective. However, NeoGraft has failed to garner the support of many of  Read More →

Several years ago, Coalition physicians Dr. Jerry Wong and Dr. Victor Hasson released an education video detailing and explaining the process of scalp exercises. In theory, scalp exercises help a patient create additional scalp laxity (or looseness) in the universal donor area before a hair transplant procedure. This allows the surgeon to (potentially) remove and  Read More →

Recent results published by a joint team of stem cell researchers from Sweden and Scotland may one day offer hope for those suffering from hair loss. The team, led by Professor Yann Barrandon, head of the stem cell lab at the University of Lausanne, had been searching for a way to help burn victims by  Read More →

From the initial consultation to the final stages of hair growth, the typical hair transplant patient will endure a roller coaster ride of discomfort, elation, concern, and eventual satisfaction. Like anything else, one patient’s experience cannot accurately predict another’s.  Thus, discomfort during and after surgery, growth timelines, and patients’ feelings and reactions will all vary.   Read More →

This question, from a member of the Hair Restoration Social Community and Discussion Forums, was answered by recommended hair restoration physician Dr. William Lindsey: I previously underwent an unsuccessful follicular unit transplantation (FUT) procedure and now have a large strip scar on the back of my scalp. I’m investigating scar revision surgery, but I’m wondering  Read More →

Mapping the scalp for miniaturization can help predict a patient’s future balding pattern thereby assisting the physician in creating a long term plan for hair restoration. It also provides a baseline for measuring the effectiveness of hair loss treatments like Rogaine (minoxidil) and Propecia (finasteride). So what is miniaturization mapping? How is it performed? And,  Read More →

Dr. Cam Simmons is a member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. We transplant hair at about half of the original density in key areas and less than that in others but we try to make transplanted hair look fuller than it really is. Styling is very important to this “illusion of density”  Read More →