In 1995, a surgeon just entering the field of hair transplantation became aware of these natural “follicular units” and came to believe that they should be the building blocks for all hair transplants. His name was Bob Bernstein.

Online slide presentations with audio commentary are helping to make our understanding of surgical hair transplant procedures clearer.

Dr. Bernstein, a renowned teacher, lecturer and surgeon, is bringing his presentations on state-of-the-art hair restoration techniques directly to patients.

Hair transplant surgeon, Robert M. Bernstein M.D,. joins the blogosphere to discuss hair transplantation and help dispel the myths about hair loss and its treatment.

The Hair Transplant Blog serves as a clearinghouse for important concerns of both men and women suffering from hair loss.

Here is one exchange from the interview:

Moderator: How one can tell the difference between hair loss from hormonal imbalances and common baldness?

Dr. Bernstein: Measuring hormone levels alone, although important for medical management, does not necessarily reveal whether the cause of the hair loss is actually hormone related or is genetic. The diagnosis is made by examining the scalp and looking at the hair under close magnification using an instrument called a “Densitometer.”

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.