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Common questions after a hair transplant

We are often asked about what a person can and cannot do after a hair transplant procedure.  Here are a few answers of the most commonly asked questions. Q:  Can I exercise and when? A:  Most patients can resume mild to moderate exercise about four […]

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Tight braids and hair loss (Traction Alopecia)

Many African American women seek our expert advice for a hair loss problem that is common to them: thinning and baldness along their entire hairline. Unlike the most common cause of thinning hair, androgenetic alopecia or genetic hair loss, this situation can be prevented. It […]

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Do Birth Control Pills Cause Hair Loss?

Dr. Lopresti and I are often asked whether the use of oral contraceptives (birth control pills) causes hair loss in women. The main answer is that either starting or stopping the Pill can cause a temporary shedding known as telogen effluvium, which is self-limiting. The […]

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Can dyeing your hair too much over time cause hair loss?

Dr. Lopresti and I are often asked by our patients if dyeing (or tinting) their hair causes hair loss. Many men and women in the United States tint their hair for fashion, for a more youthful look, and to decrease the noticeability of thinning hair. […]

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Is general anesthesia needed during a hair transplant surgery?

Patients sometimes ask us at Leonard Hair Transplant Associates if they can be “put under” for their hair transplant.  The answer is a resounding, “No”.  General anesthesia can be a significant risk to any patient undergoing a surgical procedure.  It definitely would be overkill for […]

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