Donor Scar

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Where is Optimal Donor Incision for Hair Transplant?

June 23rd, 2006

Q: I have heard that the hair for a hair transplant is taken from the back and sides of the scalp. Where exactly is the best place to remove the hair from?
A: You are correct. The best place to put the donor incision is in the mid-part of the permanent zone located in the back [...]

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What is "Trichophytic Closure" After Hair Transplant?

June 14th, 2006

Q: I have read that some doctors perform something called a trichophytic closure. What is this?
A: A trichophytic closure is a way to minimize the appearance of the donor scar in a hair transplant using a strip incision.
The technique entails cutting the off the top of one of the wound edges and suturing it so [...]

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Will Multiple Hair Transplant Surgeries Leave Multiple Donor Scars?

March 9th, 2006

Q: I understand that even if you have multiple hair transplants you will only be left with one scar in the donor area.
A: If the closure is performed without tension, each procedure should result in the same fine scar.
The best-placed incision is in the mid-portion of the permanent donor area. Since there is only one [...]

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How Many Hair Transplant Grafts Will Give Best Results and do Megasessions Yield Best Cosmetic Benefit?

February 22nd, 2006

Q: There is such a big deal made on the chats about people getting Megasessions of over 4000 grafts per session. When I look at the pictures on your website, the results look great, but I am surprised that not many grafts were used compared to what is being talked about.
A: My goal is not [...]

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How Long Until One Sees Growth from Hair Transplant into Donor Scar?

December 29th, 2005

Q: I have had some grafts implanted into a donor scar. How long does it take to see the final result?
A: In normal scalps, growth is generally complete by 10-12 months.
Grafts placed in scar tissue may often take longer to grow.

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