FUE Hair Transplant - shave recipient area?

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Do you have to shave the recipient area for an FUE transplant, especially the crown area?

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Some surgeons allow the patient to choose between a few options while some surgeons prefer a certain shaving to assist them in their application of NeoGraft. I suggest that you consult with your board certified facial plastic surgeon.Best wishes,

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

In general you do not need to shave the recipient area for hair transplant surgery but some doctors may request it.

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

With FUE, generally the DONOR site where follicles are to be taken is shaved and the RECIPIENT site where the follicles are placed is NOT shaved. With smaller grafting sessions, the entire  donor region need not be shaved and the thin strips of shaved regions can be covered with hair to hide the shaved sections.  Hope that makes sense?

John E. Frank, MD · Answer

Shaving the recipient may be helpful, especially in the crown.  It's not mandatory, but may be beneficial.Dr John Frank, MDNew YorkOhio

Epameinondas Bonaros, MD · Answer

You do not have to shave the recipient area for an FUE transplant if the existing hair density is low or the amount of grafts is small.Of course, it all comes down to the preference - and the skills - of your surgeon.

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