For patients of African descent, hair loss can feel like an especially isolating journey. Many are told that Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) is not an option for them. Afro-textured hair grows in unpredictable angles and comes in tightly curved follicle structures. This results in a high transection rate, making it
During a hair transplant, the practitioner takes grafts from a donor area, typically the back of the scalp. But what happens when this area has an insufficient number of hair follicles to harvest? This was the case for Jon, who wanted to overcome male pattern baldness while having a minimal
Hair loss, a struggle transcending mere aesthetics, profoundly impacts self-esteem and well-being. While various treatments exist for hair restoration, individuals grappling with severe Norwood 7 pattern baldness and retrograde alopecia often find themselves at a crossroads, facing limited options. Retrograde alopecia, characterized by hair loss extending from the nape area
Hair loss, an affliction that touches the lives of many, manifests in various forms. Retrograde alopecia is a distinct challenge, particularly in the intricate landscape of male pattern hair loss. So, what is retrograde alopecia? What are its symptoms? What are its associations, and how does it develop? Defining Retrograde
This black male patient was just too young to be worried about thinning hair. Balding at 22 wasn’t something he thought he would face. But it was apparent his hair was disappearing and that his male pattern baldness was only going to intensify. His hairline was balding and the mid-scalp
This patient from Redondo Beach, Los Angeles had undergone several past hair restoration surgeries using older methods at other clinics. Not only did he continue to struggle with baldness, but also a badly ravaged donor area on his scalp. The patient wanted to wear a hairpiece. However, this did not
Many young men in their early twenties struggle with male pattern hair loss. However, conventional hair transplant clinics often reject them as candidates for surgery. This is because they are unclear about the extent of hair loss. Patients may or may not have enough head hair grafts. If they don’t,
This Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles patient had undergone several past hair restoration surgeries, attempting to turn the tides on his male pattern baldness. At the time they were widely used, these procedures which included punch graft excision and flap surgery were considered to be state of the art techniques. But
