Does my hair transplant have any hope at all at 7 months post-op? (Photos)

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I have ingrown hairs after 7 months of hair transplant. After 7 months my transplant does not look very good compared to others I have seen at this stage. Also, I realized that some hairs were buried inside the skin. I literally was able to pull multiple hairs with tweezers that were incredibly long. I have consulted every two months with my doctor and the last time he told let's do a checkup at 8 months. Does my transplant have any hope at all? Thanks.

Michael Vories, MD · Answer

This does not look like a typical case at 7 months. It would be helpful if you could include the graft count, and the area where the grafts were placed (an immediate post-op photo would do).

Jesse E. Smith, MD, FACS · Answer

Hair is never a speedy process.  It always needs time.  Real results are usually best seen at the 12-18 month mark.  550 nm Laser Diode, hair vitamins, and Minoxidil all have additive advantages after hair transplant.  The diode laser should be used 3-4 times per week for 15-20 minutes per treatment.

John Kahen, MD · Answer

Hi, How are you? All of our patients are different. We like to make sure that our patients are aware that the transplant can take anywhere from the 4th month to the 15th month. If you aren't seeing much yet truth is its still early. Also, I would highly recommend never plucking the grafts out that ruins the transplant. You may however use a clippers to cut the hair.

Farhad Ardesh, MD · Answer

Seven months after transplant  you should start to see hair growth. Try your best to be patient but definitely schedule a visit with your surgeon in the next 1 to 2 months and review your photographs to get an honest estimate of what is taking place. I wish you the best, Dr. Ardeshirpour

Robert Jones, MD, FISHRS · Answer

In over 90% of patients, good growth starts by 7 months. I would suggest booking a follow up with your surgeon and compare your current situation with your before photos. Dr. Robert Jones

Artur Kierach, MD · Answer

It is not how typically hair looks like after 7 months. Of course, every patient is different but in my opinion there won't be big changes in next few months,

Sara Wasserbauer, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

At 7 months it is still too early to tell. Every patient is different as to how fast your hair grows in. Final results in some patients can take up to a year and a half. I would at least check in with your surgeon after 1 full year.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

By the 7th moth you should be seeing growth. Return to see your surgeon and ask about the growth. Although on rare occasion the growth can be delayed, I would expect to see it very very soon if it will grow.  See what your surgeon tells you.

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