Estimating The Number of Required Grafts For Potential Hair Transplant Procedure
This frequently asked question comes from a member of the Hair Restoration Social Community and Discussion Forums:
I’m investigating a hair transplant procedure and I’m wondering if it is possible to figure out how many follicular unit grafts my case requires? Should I post pictures on my hair loss weblog, or rely solely on my hair restoration physician’s recommendation?
Estimating the appropriate number of follicular unit grafts for a hair transplant procedure is not an easy or standardized task. Several variables – such as donor region laxity, desired density in the transplanted region, and donor hair characteristics, make it difficult to offer static values. Posting pictures, asking advice from seasoned members of the Hair Transplant Network, and consulting with several recommended hair transplant surgeons are all wise ideas, but do not paint the entire picture.
A comprehensive approach, where a hair loss patient defines realistic goals, keeps the aging process and natural hairline design in mind, consults with several knowledgeable sources, and creates a plan with their physician, gives the best chance at accurate estimation. Additionally, using a program like the hair loss learning center graft calculator helps create rough graft estimates and allows patients to efficiently move forward on their hair restoration journey.
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Blake Bloxham – formerly “Future_HT_Doc”
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