Am I a good candidate for a hair transplant at 26-27 w/ minor hairline and temple recession?

October 15, 2018
Asked By:Wcam in Sydney, AU

26 year old considering a hair transplant in the next year or two to restore my hairline. 3 hair loss specialists in the last 6 months have told me that I am a good candidate for FUE/FUT (quoting 2000-2500 grafts). I've been told that given that my loss isn't aggressive, the nature of my hair, and my age, I am unlikely to reach a high Norwood. I've tried taking finasteride twice at different doses. I had side effects each time. I'm prepared to get more HTs down the line. Am I a good candidate?

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October 23, 2018

Answer: Hair transplant at 26-27

October 23, 2018

Answer: Hair transplant at 26-27

October 22, 2018

Answer: Candidate for HT?

October 22, 2018

Answer: Candidate for HT?

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