My beard grows unruly and curly. I have thick straight scalp hair. If my beard currently was laser removed, could I transplant my scalp hair to my beard and the texture will now be different and not curly? Is this theoretically possible? The goal is to get a fuller/thicker beard with a different texture (that’s the reason why I would also want laser hair removal).
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Answer: Changing Beard Texture with Scalp Hair Transplants: Is It Possible?
Hello and thank you for your question. I think 3-4 months after a beard transplant is a good amount of time for buccal fat removal. That being said, its really up to your doctor and what he/she thinks is the proper time. Best of luck to you.
Dr. T
Hello, and thank you for your question. Yes, stubble can look natural as long as the transplant is done correctly. Long beards that are thick and look natural require about 2500-3500 grafts. I hope this helps answer your questions. Best of luck to you.
Dr. T
Transplanting hair from your scalp to your cheeks can work well to fill in areas where facial hair is sparse, but it’s important to consider the difference in hair texture. Scalp hair tends to be straighter and finer than beard hair, which can create a contrast if your natural beard hair grows i...