Determining Treatment Specifics

At the conclusion of a consultation I discuss the best treatment options for that particular patient, whether it be hair transplantation, medical treatments such as Propecia® or Rogaine, laser therapy, or a combination of any of the three. In doing so, I make sure that my patients understand the pros and cons of each of these options and the extent of treatment that will be necessary to meet their expectations.

In surgery cases, I discuss the extent of surgery involved in his or her restoration plan, and also provide a list of preoperative instructions to ready the patient for what lies ahead. In addition, I explain the post-operative course and give a reasonable timeline for results so patients know when to expect their new hair growth, which for many patients, is a life-changing transformation. Much of the transplanted hair will grow and then fall out three to four weeks after the restoration procedure–this is completely normal! Approximately three to four months after the transplantation, the patient will begin to see healthy, permanently growing hairs.

Most importantly, I remind my patients about the potential need for multiple restoration sessions over time. For example, some patients may want to undergo the procedure more than once over the years to increase hair density for a fuller look to their hair. After having this discussion, I can be comfortable that my patients will be educated about the expected results and will be able to focus on the many benefits of hair restoration.

I plan to discuss other hair loss treatment options in future blogs. In the meantime, check back in two weeks for my blog on the best hair care products out there for hair loss sufferers.

In other news, I am thrilled to be the only hair restoration surgeon in New England to offer the new genetic test for male pattern baldness, developed by HairDX. Stay tuned to hairdr.com for the latest updates on this exciting new development!

-Doc