Dermaroller after FUE. I want to use it on my corner temple areas (which is not part of my recipient area) is this ok?

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Hello Docs, I am 2 month post op FUE on my frontal hairline. I want to use a dermaroller but not for my surgery area, I want to use it on my corner temple areas (which is not part of my recipient area but close to it) is this ok?

John Peter Cole, MD · Answer

You can certainly use the dermroller in other areas other than where you were grafted.  There isn't any data on whether you can use it in the recipient area.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to contact your surgeon for post surgery care since all doctors have slightly different instructions.

Sean Behnam, MD · Answer

Derma Roller on areas not transplanted is perfectly fine, and it's common for people to use it in that way to stimulate hair growth. It's definitely worth a try to see if it has any positive effects for you.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

You can use the dermaroller at 2 months following the FUE provided that it does not go into the recipient sites

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