Expectations for hair transplant of norwood class 6 or 7? (Photo)

jjl93,I would recommend that you have a complete evaluation with a hair loss expert in your area. This is a chronically progressive genetic condition in most young men with a family history. However, there are some other causes of hair loss in about 10%. A complete evaluation is necessary to make an accurate diagnosis and build the database to track  your progress with photo, hair check,etc.....Sincerely,Bernardino Arocha, MD

It is best to see a doctor for consultation for cosmetic procedures such as a hair transplant surgery.

Most people destined for NW 7 would be far along in the baldness scale by their 20s. If you are going to consider a hair transplant, be sure you have prepared yourself for the prospect of requiring to do more sessions in the future to avoid ending up with an odd hair pattern. You also must have the financial and mental commitment to having additional hair transplants as time passes. Also, keep the hairline conservative and look into incorporating hairs from your beard and body from the beginning of the process.
We encourage you to further consult with a physician for any medical advice. I am always available for a free consultation as well.
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To determine if you're a good candidate for hair transplant surgery you'll want to research a qualified, experienced physician who specializes in hair transplant surgery. Once you do your research, you'll want to schedule a consultation where then the doctor will go over your options for surgery as well as your options for medical management. We usually have our patients on a regimen of either Minoxidil or Propecia. There are several other forms of medical management we recommend as well such as PRP Cell Therapy, LLLT(Capilus), and Nizorall shampoo. Our clinic specializes in FUT and FUE procedures as well as the medical management of hair loss for young patients such as yourself.

It's smart to start addressing your hair loss early.  There are options to help preserve your hair that were not available a generation ago.  You should see a hair transplant surgeon and discuss options such as finasteride (Propecia), laser, minoxidil (Rogaine) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP).  These can help prolong the life of your hair follicles, improve their function and even reverse early hair loss.
When it comes to transplant surgery, with your family history you want to start slowly and be conservative, focusing first on the front/hairline area. 

Joe Biden is a very good example of a Norwood pattern 6-7 who's has (probably) had a hair transplant.  When you look at him from the front, he has a nice frame to his face. When you look at him from the side, you can see that he has extensive baldness. I suspect that when he looks in the mirror, he feels better with the amount of hair he has now versus if he was completely bald in front. I'm also sure he would probably like to have more hair but he has done his best with what nature gave him. At 23, with a strong family history of baldness, you have to be realistic and have reasonable expectations before undergoing any surgery. An experienced transplant surgeon can help you navigate your future and your options both surgical and medical.

A great first step would be an online consultation. Often you can submit photos to top hair restoration surgeons for a complimentary evaluation. This should help lead you in the right direction. Having multiple consultations with different doctors cannot hurt. 

Also; information such as your family hairloss history as well as your preventative regimen that you are on such as minoxidil use and other topicals would be helpful.

In order for you to really know what is involved, you need to come in for an in-person consultation with an experienced hair transplant surgeon.  Cost is only one factor.  We will examine both surgical options and non surgical options for restoration and preservation of existing hair.  

Hello, you should always consult with your own hair transplant physician, but in our practice we suggest to start holding on to your native hair as soon as possible. Androgenic alopecia is progressive which means once it starts it will not stop without some sort of intervention. The 4 main recommended medical solutions to male pattern balding are: Laser therapy, PRP ,Minoxidil 5%, Finasteride( Propecia) prescription. Any areas that you have already had receding or hairloss can be filled with a permanent hair transplant. 
The number of treatments and grafts depends on what you are wanting to accomplish. I think meeting with your physician is the best option to receive accurate information. 

early hair loss will likely to continue unless you take active sreps to what I call slowing the clock. Start taking proffesional supplements, try minoxidil and consider PRP. All these might help preserve what you have for longer. Hair transplant can be an option but need an examination of donor site. How much depends on how many follicles are needed. Hope this helps.