My scalp donor area can't yield enough grafts. What are my alternatives to hair transplant?

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I'm 32 male with a norwood 7 and I've had one unsuccessful hair transplant. I was planning to get a 2nd one but I've been told that my donor area can only give about 3000 grafts - which is not enough to cover my front and mid scalp. What are my options/alternatives?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to have an examination before considering treatment options.  Alternatives to surgery can be medical treatment or scalp micropigmentation or hair systems (wigs).

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Be sure to meet with a hair loss expert to review your options in detailThese include:hair systemsscalp micropigmentationstopping further loss with medical treatments

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

The best thing to consider is scalp microigmentation (SMP). Combining SMP and hair transplantation can produce a fuller look, especially when you have run out of donor hair or this technique can be used in combination with any form of hair transplantation.

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