Does FUE really work for hair loss from wearing braids?

October 26, 2016
Asked By:dowells in Nashville, TN

I am currently doing some modeling. I am interested in having the FEU procedure due to hair loss from braids. I am currently wearing wigs to cover it up. If I were to get the procedure.. would I be able to work afterwards and wear my wig?

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November 2, 2016

Answer: FUE is a method of harvesting hair follicles. It stands for Follicular Unit Extraction.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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November 2, 2016

Answer: FUE is a method of harvesting hair follicles. It stands for Follicular Unit Extraction.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
October 27, 2016

Answer: FUE for traction alopecia

Anthony Bared, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
October 27, 2016

Answer: FUE for traction alopecia

Anthony Bared, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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February 18, 2017

Answer: Wigs after FUE

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February 18, 2017

Answer: Wigs after FUE

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October 28, 2016

Answer: Working after FUE and wearing a wig

October 28, 2016

Answer: Working after FUE and wearing a wig

October 28, 2016

Answer: FUE

October 28, 2016

Answer: FUE

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