Does NeoGraft work for women?

Question

For the past year I have tried laser light, PRP, specialized vitamins, shampoo and conditioner - my hair is growing back but still falling out a lot. I am contemplating Neograft but I am only seeing pictures of men. Can women benefit from neograft as well?

Ken Anderson, MD, FISHRS · Answer

Dear huiss2c,
Thank you for posting this question. The Neograft device is a surgical instrument, not an automated car wash where you just stick you head in to the chair pillow and *presto* the Neograft does its thing and you're all set. The truth is that the success rate of Neograft FUE on women is directly correlated with the training, experience, passion, and track record of success of the surgeon and his team that is using the device. With some doctors with little-to-no experience the success rate can often be low. When used by a board certified hair restoration surgeon who's practice is dedicated 100% to hair restoration surgery, the success rate will be very high.  
Perhaps more importantly, don't forget that the singular advantage to any FUE procedure is the management of the scarring in the donor area. This technique was developed to assist men in having hair transplant procedures while maintaining the ability to enjoy very short hair styles. Women don't typically wear such short hairstyles, and as such, the logic for performing FUE on a female patient who is planning on wearing longer hair breaks down. The "Gold Standard" in hair restoration today remains the linear strip FUT procedure, not the Neograft or any other FUE. However, for financial reasons, many doctors are only offering the FUE procedure. I would avoid any physician who doesn't offer both FUE and FUT surgery, as both have utility in 2019, and in my opinion FUT is far more appropriate for a female patient than an FUE procedure. 
Any device that performs FUE, including the Neograft device, is just a tool, like a paintbrush. You already know that no paintbrush of any brand can guarantee a beautiful painting, and the same is true with the NeoGraft device. Every case is different. It is the training, experience, talent, and track record of success of an individual surgeon and his team that will determine your result, not the tool used to complete the job. Look at the background and scope of practice of the doctor offering the device to get a better idea of success rates. Is the doctor Board Certified in Hair Restoration Surgery? If a local plastic surgeon who specializes in Brazilian butt-lifts suddenly acquires a Neograft and is now offering hair restoration using any device, in addition to all the other services offered, including Neograft, that to me would be a huge red flag. Hair restoration is it's own specialty, we have a board exam and a board certificate and a large number of providers who do this all the time. To me that seems like the best place to start looking. I hope this information is helpful to you.
Ken Anderson, MD, FISHRS, ABHRS
Board Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon

Jeffrey L. Schmidt, MD · Answer

Thank you for asking this question. I know that there are a lot of women out there who likely have the same questions regarding NeoGraft. Please see my video response.

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry! Yes, neograft can be done on both men and women. I recommend scheduling a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself and we can create a surgical plan to best achieve your goals!

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for your photos. Depending on the nature, Neograft can be for both men and women. I would advise you
to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a
detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your
expectations are.

Guy Cappuccino, MD · Answer

NeoGraft is an excellent procedure for men or women.  In fact almost half of my patients are women.  One of the advantages for women is that most have longer hair and can conceal the donor site with their longer hair.  This makes the social downtime as short as a few days. I recommend you visit a doctor who performs the procedure and see if you would be a good candidate.

Donovan Rosas, MD · Answer

Neograft can be a highly effective option for women. The reason for the lack of photos is likely secondary to the popularity and prominence of the procedure in the male population (which essentially overshadows a relatively smaller female population).Women considering the procedure should undergo a thorough medical workup with an eye towards endocrine dysfunction which is often at the root of many women's issues. If found, these should be addressed prior.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS) with experience in hair restoration.

David L. Kaufman, MD FACS · Answer

Great question. Yes, NeoGraft® can work for both women and men, provided you are a good candidate. To be a good candidate for this procedure, you’ll need to have adequate healthy donor hair, usually on the back of your head. Because male pattern baldness tends to be more prominent in men than in women, more men opt for this treatment. However, it can be very effective for both genders.

Gregory DeLange, MD · Answer

Thanks for posting a good question.  More often you do see information on males getting hair transplants.  However, yes women can get hair transplants as well.  It is common to loose 100-200 hairs per day and you will see different patterns of shedding throughout your lifetime.  Stress can also contribute to hair loss.  If you have any questions regarding why you are loosing hair you can see a dermatologist and get some basic blood work or hair tests to rule out any medical diagnosis.  Once that is determined you can get a hair transplant as a female.

Mark Berkowitz, MD · Answer

Huiss2c. Thank you for your question.  An in person consultation is necessary to determine if Neograft is the corrrect procedure for you,  Approximately 1 out of every 6 Neograft procedures we perform are for women.  In the last 2 weeks half the clients were women at my office.  Many transgender clients have developed new hair lines as well with our  teams’ skill set as well.  Make sure your hair transplant physician and team  are familiar with female clients.  All the best #DRB

Richard E. Moore, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, NeoGraft can be used to treat hair loss in women. The number of grafts transplanted can be more limited in many cases because of the need to shave the donor area to harvest. Be sure to seek the advice of an experienced hair transplant center before proceeding so that your future expectations can be addressed.

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