Hi , I want to ask, is it any new data about when person can plan hair transplant after course of isotretinoin? i saw some research that there is no evidence that it could impair healing. I see there are different recommendations - 6 -8 -12 month . And what does mean timeframe 6-12 moth ? If I am already 11 month off from isotretinoin is it ok to do hair transplant ? Or I should wait full 12 month?
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Yes, chin and mustache grafts can be used in a beard-to-scalp transplant if there aren’t enough grafts available from the neck or cheeks. These areas often provide strong, thick hairs that blend well for scalp restoration. However, it’s important to carefully plan the donor area to ens...
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Your concern about lidocaine toxicity is understandable but quite rare when performed by experienced professionals. Clinics mitigate this risk by carefully calculating the lidocaine dosage based on your weight and health profile and monitoring you closely during the procedure....
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That’s not a silly question at all—it’s actually a very insightful one! A hair transplant, when performed correctly, will not change the way your hair parts naturally. During the procedure, we carefully angle and place the transplanted hairs to match the natural direction and flow of yo...