Can we use selenium after hair transplant? What nutrients should we take for fast healing and healthy hair growth?

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Gary Linkov, MD · Answer

Hair loss has many causes, including stress, medications, autoimmune, genetic, trauma, etc. Medical treatments can work and options would include finasteride (propecia), minoxidil (rogaine), PRP (platelet rich plasma), laser light therapy, and vitamins. It is often uncertain which medical therapy will help which patient and so a combination of therapies is typically recommended to maximize benefit. A hair transplant is a surgical option and is appropriate for certain conditions and individuals. 
The goal of a hair transplant is to provide fuller coverage while preserving a natural appearance. An assessment takes into account such factors as the apparent thickness and curl of your donor hairs, the color contrast between your scalp and hair, your hair loss pattern, your age, and many other factors. The state of the art technique is FUE (follicular unit extraction), performed with a hybrid blunt punch that minimizes graft transection while allowing for the use of the smallest possible punches to minimize donor site scarring while maximizing regrowth.
In your situation, biotin such as NutrinFall or Vividscal are recommended for hair growth. 
Gary Linkov, MD
Hair Specialist
Manhattan

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you fo your question. I have found that Biotin is very good for hair health and growth. A lot of my patients have luck with vitamin D3 which has several health benefits. Best wishes to you.Dr. T

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