I have frontal diffuse thinning, is hair transplant a viable option for me? (Photos)

Question

I’m 34 and have frontal diffuse thinning since my late 20’s. I'm on 1mg Fin for a year, with no sides. No regrowth, but I feel my scalp is healthier. I'm considering a HT. My goal is to restore density. I met a doc who is part of the IAHRS; he advises against FUE for a first time HT even though he does it and has ARTAS. Says a 2000 graft FUT to restore my hairline and some density. Is that too much or too less? I am also worried about the linear scar, stretching, and permanent shockless, etc.

Jonathan Pontell, MD, FACS · Answer

I think that you are a great candidate for FUE.  2000 grafts without the scar on the back of your scalp is a no brainer.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Hair transplants vs Fleming Mayer Flap? The FM Flap gives unrivaled density, no texture change, immediate results and ultimately less expensive. I,unlike HTP surgeons, do both procedures which I’ve done for 43 years. See results of both and decide which you like before starting.

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

Based on your photos and description I feel you are a good candidate for Hair Restoration.Up to 2000 grafts seems like a reasonable number but that determination needs to be done in person. At the time of evaluation graft numbers can be discussed as well as FUE vs FUT (strip ) as there are benefits/disadvantages to either method and “one size does not fit all”.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

A hair transplant is a good option for a 34 year old with a thin frontal area. If you prefer FUE, I would do an FUE and I don't believe for a minute that FUE should not be the first hair transplant procedure. I am the inventor of the hair transplant robot, but recently got rid of mine because it was too slow.

I have frontal diffuse thinning, is hair transplant a viable option for me? (Photos)

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