One of the most common questions about hair transplantation is whether the procedure is painful. Most patients tolerate the procedure well because local anesthesia is used to numb the treatment areas. You may feel brief discomfort while the anesthesia is administered, but the scalp should remain numb during the surgical portion of the procedure. Will I Feel Pain During a Hair Transplant? The most noticeable sensation for many patients is the administration of local anesthesia.  Read More →

Yes. A failed or unsatisfactory hair transplant may be improved through corrective hair restoration, depending on the condition of the scalp, remaining donor hair, previous graft placement, and the patient's goals. Corrective procedures are often more complex because the surgeon must evaluate and work around the results of the previous transplant. Common Reasons Patients Need Corrective Hair Restoration Unnatural Hairline: Improving hairlines that appear too straight, low, or artificial.  Read More →

A hair transplant can often improve the appearance of a receding hairline by strategically placing healthy hair follicles into areas where hair has been lost. The goal is to create a natural-looking hairline that complements your facial features while taking potential future hair loss into consideration. How Is a Receding Hairline Restored? During a hair transplant, healthy follicular units are taken from the donor area and placed into areas affected by recession.  Read More →

The number of hair grafts needed varies from patient to patient. It depends on your pattern and extent of hair loss, the size of the treatment area, available donor hair, hair characteristics, desired density, and your long-term hair restoration goals. What Determines the Number of Hair Grafts? Pattern and extent of hair loss: The amount and location of thinning help determine how much coverage may be needed.  Read More →

Hair transplants are designed to provide long-term hair restoration because transplanted follicles are typically taken from donor areas that are more resistant to hereditary hair loss. Once successfully transplanted and established, these follicles can continue producing hair in their new location. Does Transplanted Hair Continue to Grow? Yes. After the initial recovery and shedding phase, transplanted follicles can begin producing new hair.  Read More →

Bolton EDGE™ is Dr. Brett Bolton's proprietary approach to hairline design, focused on creating a natural-looking hairline that is customized to the patient's facial features, existing hair, hair loss pattern, and long-term restoration goals. Why Is Hairline Design Important? The hairline is one of the most visible elements of a hair transplant.  Read More →