FUE is a minimally invasive surgical hair transplant procedure. During FUE, individual follicular units (groups of 1-4 hairs) are extracted from the donor area (usually the back of the scalp) using a small punch tool. These extracted follicles are then meticulously transplanted into tiny recipient sites created in the balding area. Pros: FUE leaves minimalRead More
FUT is a strip harvesting technique for hair transplantation. A thin strip of scalp is removed from the donor area, and individual follicular units are then dissected from this strip under magnification. These dissected follicles are then transplanted into recipient sites in the balding area, similar to FUE. Pros: FUT is generally less expensive andRead More
Medical therapy for hair loss includes medications like Finasteride and Minoxidil. Finasteride is a prescription medication that blocks the conversion of testosterone to DHT, a hormone that contributes to hair loss in men. Minoxidil is a topical medication that may stimulate hair growth and slow hair loss. Pros: Medical therapy is a non-invasive and oftenRead More
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy involves injecting a concentration of a patient’s own platelets into the scalp. ACELL is a similar product derived from pig bladder tissue. Both are thought to stimulate hair growth by promoting healing and blood flow in the scalp. Pros: PRP/ACELL offer minimally invasive options for promoting hair growth. Cons: The effectivenessRead More
SMP is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that creates the illusion of a thicker, fuller hairline or a shaved head appearance. Tiny dots of pigment are tattooed onto the scalp to mimic hair follicles. Pros: SMP is a non-invasive procedure with minimal downtime. It offers a cost-effective solution for mild to moderate hair loss. Cons: SMPRead More
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