How to fix a receding hairline? Male, 18 (Photos)

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I think I may have a receding hairline. Would I be a good candidate for a hair transplant if I do appear to have a receding hairline based off what you can tell from these photos

Emrah Cinik, MD · Answer

I'll give you a one-word answer: NO!!.

You're too young, and I definitely don't recommend hair transplantation at this age. Besides, you don't currently show any signs of hair loss.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. You are too young for a hair transplant. You have years ahead of you for possible hair loss and if you use your donor area now there won't be anything you can do in the future. If you are worried about it, make an appointment with your doctor to discuss and run some tests. Best of luck to you.

Dr. T

Dr. T

Sunil Arora, MBBS, MS, MCh · Answer

As per your photographs, in spite of maybe receding (slightly) hairline, you are not a good candidate for a hair transplant. You may prefer waiting for some more time before going in for a hair transplant. If you are in your late twenties and you are in a business where looks matter a lot then you may consider a very slight lowering of your hairline by hair transplant.

Roberto Guerrero Zazueta, MD · Answer

I think your hairline looks great, I don’t suggest any hair transplant, if you are experiencing hair loss it’s better to have a professional consultation and get a treatment if that’s the case

Samer Muala, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

I think you are still too young to go down that path.  I would try good prescription topicals.  At my practice both in the clinic and online we evaluate the patient and make sure there is not an underlying reason for the hair loss- thyroid, stress, etc.  And then we formulate a plan.  If no results in 3-6 months, then we explore other options.

How to fix a receding hairline? Male, 18 (Photos)

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