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 [tag]hair transplant[/tag] procedure and I’m wondering if it is possible to figure out how many [tag]follicular unit grafts[/tag] my case requires? Should I post pictures on my [tag]hair loss[/tag] weblog, or rely solely on my [tag]hair restoration physician[/tag]’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 [tag]donor region laxity[/tag], 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 [tag]Hair Transplant Network[/tag], and consulting with several recommended [tag]hair transplant surgeons[/tag] are all wise ideas, but do not paint the entire picture.

A comprehensive approach, where a [tag]hair loss patient[/tag] 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 [tag]graft calculator[/tag] helps create rough graft estimates and allows patients to efficiently move forward on their [tag]hair restoration[/tag] journey.

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Blake Bloxham – formerly “Future_HT_Doc”

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