Can smokers achieve good results from a hair transplant?

The short answer is no. Minoxidil and finasteride work on the native hairs of the scalp slowing down the progression of hair loss and strenghtening hairs. Hair transplants are used to move the permanent hairs from the sides and back of the head to refill areas that have thinned out. So, we are...

Hello and thank you for your question. I suggest seeing your surgeon for an exam to determine what this is. I don't think its anything serious but its best to have it checked out. Best of luck to you. Dr. T

It would be best to pluck hair routinely and then the hairs will stop growing OR do laser hair removal. You would not want to remove with FUE extraction because this surgical excision will leave dot scars everywhere that grafts were removed. You would not want numerous tiny dot scars on your...

The best way to control removal of just a few grafts from the hairline with minimal scarring is to pluck the grafts out with tweezers. After a few rounds of plucking/regrowth/plucking then the hairs will stop growing through. Laser is harder to target for removal of just a few select grafts....

Hello and thank you for your excellent question. If you go for FUE, the extractions of hair follicles are permanent. An experienced surgeon can tell the difference between transplanted hair grafts and your original hair by seeing certain characteristics and how they grow. If you are considering...

Hello and thank you for your question. Hair transplants involve the scalp and not so much on the forehead, therefore it should not be an issue. Hopefully, you will find a skilled surgeon who knows what is acceptable and what could be a possible issue and let you know. I don't think you have to...