Hair restoration is a general term that encompasses both the medical and surgical options to improve your hair. Hair transplant is a surgical term that involves transferring hair from a donor site to a recipient site. The result of a hair transplant is permanent. All other forms of hair restoration signal the hair follicles to grow, but the effect will only last so long as the treatment is continued. The options for non-surgical hair restoration include oral and topical medicines, vitamins, lasers, PRP, microneedling, mesotherapy among others.

A hair transplant costs so much because it is a very meticulous process that requires an artistic eye and honed skill to perform well. Transplant is rarely performed optimally by an individual as there are many parts of the procedure where more than one person can work in tandem. This allows the hair follicle to be placed faster and thus spend less time out of the body. Efficiency is directly related to viability, or the chance of the hair follicle surviving the transplant. Our viability rate for hair transplant is over 90% in the vast majority of cases and often approaches 100%.

Each patient will enjoy their result for decades to come, and in that way, the cost of a transplant amortizes over time. Each patient only has so many donor hairs that can be transferred, and so it is very important to plan your transplant carefully with both a short-term improvement and a long-term plan in mind.

In terms of methodology, our surgeons are double board certified and perform all forms of hair transplant, allowing you to receive the best option for your hair restoration. Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Follicular Unit Transfer (FUT) are the two main technique categories for hair restoration. In FUE, a micropunch is used to extract the individual follicle from the donor site. In FUT, a surgical ellipse is taken from the donor site and sewn closed. The individual follicles are dissected by hand under magnification from the strip. Each approach creates aesthetically beautiful outcomes with the difference being how the donor hair is gathered.

Yes, you may apply your consultation. toward your procedure.

The cost of a hair transplant varies depending on the size and complexity of the case. The cost may range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars. In general, FUT and FUE are priced similarly in our office. We do not wish for you to make a permanent decision between techniques based on cost.

If you are interested in a hair transplant but are unsure of what this may cost you, you can e-mail us photos. We can review the photos and provide a range or estimate of cost. This is complementary.

We do not charge by the graft. We will discuss what the goals of the session are and charge accordingly for scope of work. We have found that charging by the graft creates many complexities for both the patient and practice and does not lead to the best result. By understanding the cost before the procedure, we can assure you that you will not be asked to pay more during your procedure.

An FUT hair transplant will include a surgeon fee and a facility fee. The cost of the procedure will depend on the nature of work. If you are interested in a hair transplant but are unsure of what this may cost you, you can e-mail us photos. We can review the photos and provide a range or estimate of cost. There is no fee for this service.

An FUE hair transplant cost is determined after your consultation. The fee will split between a surgeon and facility fee. The cost will be determined based on the scope of the work. If you are interested in an FUE hair transplant but are unsure of what this may cost you, you can e-mail us photos. We can review the photos and provide a range or estimate of cost. There is no fee for this service.

Surgical hair results last for life. In this way, the upfront cost is spread over a lifetime of enjoyment. The vast majority of our patients feel the decision to have a hair transplant was one of the best decisions they could have made.

At this time, we do not participate in payment plans (such as carecredit).

The most common cause of hair loss is androgenic alopecia, and at this time, insurance will not cover your hair transplant. There is one insurance, Amiadacare, that covers hair transplant for transgender hair transplant. We can assist you with the necessary paperwork if you believe this applies. At this time, we are not “in-network” with any insurance.

• If you are a candidate for hair transplant, the team will provide you with thorough instructions before your procedure.
• For most patients, no medical clearance is required as the procedure is performed under local anesthesia. If you are required to obtain this clearance, we will let you know in advance and support you with this process.

• The morning of the procedure, you will meet with your physician. The artistry of the recipient site will be drawn. You will have time to review the plan and markings.
• For a transplant, you will be face-down for the harvest. Local anesthesia is injected. There are patients who ask for a deeper level of anesthesia, and we are happy to be able to provide this upon advanced request. The harvest takes about 45 minutes-3 hours depending on amount of hair harvested and the technique. FUT universally provides a faster harvest.
• For the rest of the procedure, you will be resting on your back.
• Next, “sites” or pockets are made by the physician. This sets the artistry of the result and is a key reason to choose our office. Artistry varies significantly between clinicians. The sites do not just determine the distribution and spread of the hair follicles, but also controls the exit angulation, which is crucial to creating a gorgeous result that blends in naturally.
• The final step of a hair transplant is placement of the follicles into the sites. This process will be performed with multiple skilled team members working simultaneously. Your physician will be guiding the team and adjusting the aesthetic as needed.
• At the conclusion of the hair transplant, most patients have a wrap placed on their head.
• The instructions for after care will be reviewed prior to discharge.

• Patients have minimal discomfort and are able to work from home the next day.
• The head wrap is easily removed at home the next day. If you feel uneasy removing your wrap, you will be given an option to have one our skilled team members visit your home or hotel to remove the wrap if you are local.
• Most patients can wear a baseball cap the next day.
• Using a modification in technique which you will be taught, patients are encouraged to gently wash the hair two days after the procedure. We ask that patients take great care to avoid displacing the grafts as they are delicate in the early healing period.
• Activity that produces sweating or rubbing on the grafts is limited for two weeks.
• It is normal to see small scabs on the implanted hairs. These fall off between 7-14 days.
• Most can return to workplace after once week.

• Patients return to the office 7-14 days after the procedure for a check in
• Sutures are removed on day 10 (only if placed)
• We next see patients 6-12 months after the procedure, or sooner if any questions or concerns arise.

• The hairs that are moved in an hair transplant will grow for 3 weeks to 3 months then shed. At 3-6 months, the follicle has “taken” and is resting under the skin. At 6-18 months, the hairs grow in and then grow for life. Classically, patients see 80% of the result at 8 months.