Is it normal to have FUE implants positioned in a row? Will this look natural when the hair grows in? (Photo)

Question

I recently had 2000 FUE graphs on the crown of my head, plus the part area towards the front. Upon completion, I was surprised to see ROWS of graphs, in fairly straight lines. The doctor assured me that the results will look natural, but I need some reassurances. Is this a technique? Does anyone know if this type of pattern does indeed grow in to look natural?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If it does not look random now, it probably will not look random later.  It is best to address your concern with your doctor.

Sara Salas, MD · Answer

It is hard to say if this is bad to do or will it turn out natural. Hope for the best and see if that worked,

Emrah Cinik, MD · Answer

What your head looks lıke after hair transplant operation and after 1 year of the operation are not the same. From your photo your condition looks good.

Parsa Mohebi, MD, FISHRS · Answer

A random pattern is what we aim to achieve to give the most natural appearance.  The angle, density, depth & location of sites are critical and all a part of the expertise necessary in the design of a hairline, temple or even a crown whorl.  A solution if you don't like your result is to do scalp micropigmentation aka SMP (see link below), a revision transplant  (see link below) or wear your hair longer.

Ilhan Serdaroglu, MD · Answer

I usually use a random pattern and diamond shape distribution for achievement of natural look . İmplanting the grafts in a row like fashion would not yield a good natural result.

Is it normal to have FUE implants positioned in a row? Will this look natural when the hair grows in? (Photo)

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