Is it possible to fix a cowlick with a hair transplant?

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I want to fix a cowlick in the front of my hairline. It ruins any hairstyle I attempt. I am not balding but would like to know if there are any chances that the transplanted hair could fall out where they work on. Do they just rearrange the cowlick hair or take new hair from another place? Thanks.

Marco Barusco, MD · Answer

Cowlicks are features that a lot of people have in their hair. Depending on the location and number, they can make it challenging to style the hair. But hair transplants should not be used to try to correct a cowlick, particularly if there is no hair loss. The transplant itself can cause hair loss, and if hairs are placed in opposing angles and directions in relation to the cowlick, it can exacerbate the inability to style.

Manu Gujrati, MD · Answer

Generally speaking, a hair transplant procedure is not meant to "change" existing hair growth patterns. The goal to match those patterns to keep everything looking natural.
However, for advanced hair loss where an area of troublesome pattern (like an annoying cowlick) has completely lost the pre-existing hair, we can often design the new pattern of hair growth to be more manageable and simple. These are great question to discuss with your surgeon at the time of your in-person exam and consultation, which is the most important first step to take. 
Hope that helps!

F. (Farhan) Contractor, DO · Answer

No, this is not possible to correct by performing a hair transplant procedure. A consultation can be booked to discuss your options.

Emil Shakov, MD · Answer

You could have the hair removed and replaced for better arrangement. The hair should survive the process.

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Is it possible to fix a cowlick with a hair transplant?

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