Many hair loss sufferers seeking hair transplantation surgery as a hair loss treatment typically ask the following question: "What is the highest density in follicular units per square cm that can be achieved with a hair transplant?" Though it is certainly a valid question, the answer to this question could be potentially problematic and lead to a number of false assumptions about hair density. Read More

Avodart which contains active ingredient dutasteride is said to be a more potent DHT inhibitor than Propecia. With the additional potentcy however, comes additional risks of side effects. This article describes the listed and potential side effects of Avodart and what to do if you are experiencing them Read More

Help! I'm losing my hair. What can I do about it? This is a common question/concern when a person realizes they are losing hair. The good news is that there are hair loss treatments available though to date, no hair loss cure exists. Read about the best ways to manage hair loss. Read More

Most hair loss sufferers are aware about the possible side effects that go along with Propecia and most know that pregnant women are warned against being exposed to broken tablets. But what about the man's use of Propecia while trying to conceive with his wife? Below Dr. William Reed shares his professional advice on the subject. Read More

Many perspective hair transplant patients often ask how many follicular unit grafts they will need to meet their hair restoration goals. Additionally, many also ask how many hair grafts can be harvested in a single hair transplant session using strip surgery. Here you will see some of the factors that play into these questions. Read More

Shaving the recipient area is truly a hot topic on our hair restoration discussion forum. In my opinion, shaving the recipient area in cases where hair is being transplanted in between and around a lot of native hair will allow the surgeon to more easily see the direction of the existing natural hair thus minimizing the risk of natural hair follicle transection which would result in permanent shock loss. But clearly not all hair transplant patients are in a position where shaving is absolutely necessary - in fact, many are not. Read More