Did I get the right amount of FUE grafts? I am concerned with the future density of my procedure. (photo)

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I compared my photos to other individuals who have also had an fue procedure. I realize it can take over a year before the final result is achieved, but in your opinion did I get enough grafts per Sq/cm mathematically speaking? I ended up with just over a thousand grafts. The 7 day picture, a few of the scabs have fallen off so its hard to see the density. Thanks for your opinions. I asked my doc and he thinks it will have great density.

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

Based on your photos the density appears satisfactory.Although your native density is probably the equivalent of 70-90 grafts per cm2,there is a limit to how close together recipient sites can be made.Approximately 30-40 grafts per cm2 seems to allow the best growth from a transplant.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

1000 grafts may not give you the density you want but it also depends on what was discussed between you and your doctor.  Some may be happy with the density if the expectations are realistic.

Stephen Giordano, DO · Answer

From the pic, the density looks pretty good.  1000 grafts really isn't very much,  but you don't look like you needed too much.  Make sure to pursue adjuvant therapies to keep the grafts healthy!  Best of luck, Dr. Giordano

Ali Emre Karadeniz, MD · Answer

The transplanted density looks like 25-30 per cm2. This is a moderate density, however we need to know the hair density as well. 30 grafts at 1,5 hairs per graft would be very poor. 30 grafts at 2 hairs per graft is 60, which will not be so dense. On the other hand, 30 grafts at 3 hairs per graft will make 90 which should look excellent.

Ilhan Serdaroglu, MD · Answer

I think density of the transplanted hair is very less and regrowth will not satisfy you . You may have to have a second op for revision and increase the density  of hair 7-8 months after first one .

Karl Hekimian, MD · Answer

1000 grafts for that area seems reasonable.  Specific concerns are best addressed in person with your surgeon.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

At 7 days after your hair transplant, the grafts look normal. The density that the grafts were placed look good to me

Did I get the right amount of FUE grafts? I am concerned with the future density of my procedure. (photo)

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