Making a hair transplant via FUE without shaving the head will be less effective?

Hello,

Yes, a hair transplant can be performed without shaving the recipient area, especially for targeted spots like the hairline or areas affected by stress shedding. While shaving can provide better visibility and precision during the procedure, an experienced surgeon can still achieve excellent results with careful planning and technique in a No-Shave FUE procedure. Be sure to discuss your goals and expectations with your doctor to ensure the best possible outcome.

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Dr. Marco Barusco

Hello, thanks for your question. Based on my experience in some cases patients will have a slightly better outcome if they shave their head or the recipient area. Shaving the recipient area can make it easier for the surgeon to see and access the scalp, allowing for more precise placement of the recipient sites. Additionally, unshaven hair can sometimes make it a little more time consuming during the placements of the grafts. However, experienced surgeons are skilled in managing these situations and should be able to still achieve desirable results. At my practice, Modena Hair Institute in Newport Beach, CA it is not required for patients to shave their head because some choose to not tell anyone they are having a procedure done, therefore looking as normal as possible and being able to hide the procedure takes precedence. With that being said, I still perform my due diligence of letting certain patients know whether or not the outcome would be slightly better if they were to shave their head. Hope this helps answer your question.

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Dear Bleu de Chanel,

Thank you for your question. In practice, one can cater to both female and male patients seeking successful hair transplant results. For female patients, we offer a specialized approach, allowing us to achieve positive outcomes without the necessity of shaving the entire hair. Instead, we focus on a smaller window at the back of head to harvest the grafts.

For male patients who are not keen to shave their entire head, a similar procedure can be performed. It's essential to note that regardless of gender, if a patient opts to shave their entire head, the potential for achieving denser hair results is notably increased compared to non-shaving alternatives. You may visit the link to see possible results of unshaven and shaven techniques.

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TAS TEAM