A hair transplant restores hair in areas affected by permanent hair loss, but it does not necessarily stop the progression of hair loss in the surrounding native hair. Understanding this distinction is important when planning a long-term restoration strategy. What Happens to Transplanted Hair? Transplanted follicles are generally selected from donor areas that are more resistant to hereditary hair loss.  Read More →

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 →

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair transplant harvesting method in which individual follicular units are removed from the donor area and prepared for transplantation into areas affected by hair loss. How Does FUE Hair Transplant Work? During FUE, individual follicular units are carefully extracted from the donor area rather than removing a strip of scalp tissue.  Read More →

A properly planned hair transplant is designed to create a natural-looking result that blends with your existing hair. The final appearance depends on several factors, including hairline design, graft placement, donor hair characteristics, density planning, and the surgeon's experience. What Creates a Natural Hair Transplant Result? Natural Hairline Design: A hairline should be designed to complement your facial features while taking future hair loss into consideration.  Read More →

Not everyone experiencing hair loss will require or benefit from a hair transplant. Candidacy is determined through an individual evaluation that considers the cause and pattern of hair loss, available donor hair, overall health, previous treatments, and long-term restoration objectives. What Is Considered During an Evaluation? Hair Loss Pattern: The location, extent, and progression of hair loss are reviewed.  Read More →

Dr. Brett Bolton has performed more than 10,000 hair restoration procedures throughout his career, with more than 29 years dedicated to hair restoration. His experience includes hair transplant procedures for patients with a wide range of hair loss patterns and restoration goals. Why Experience Matters in Hair Restoration Successful hair restoration requires more than transplanting hair follicles.  Read More →