I had an fue procedure 6 months ago, of 2000 grafts around hairline. I was told that results take up to 12 months but to expect noticeable improvement after 6 months. I’m concerned because I don’t see a noticeable difference from 3 months to 6 months and little to no density. The doctor said to be patient but I’m not sure he really looked at the photos. Should I start planning for a second procedure?
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Great question! When you have an FUE hair transplant, each graft can contain multiple hair follicles—typically anywhere from 1 to 4 hairs. In general, the hair follicles within a single graft tend to grow back at the same time because they share the same blood supply and healing process....
Noticeable growth and thickening of the transplanted hair begins after 6 months. This period is also called the hair busting stage. At this time your new hair grows normally at the same rate as your old hair, about 1-2 cm per month.
It sounds like you've been through a lot with your two FUE transplants, and it’s understandable that you’re hesitant to go through another one given the sensitivity and issues you’re experiencing. There are several potential options to address your concerns without necessarily opting for a third...
