TECHNIQUE
You should first understand the different techniques that are available in hair restoration. Today’s leading techniques are follicular unit transplant ( FUT ), also known as strip harvesting, and follicular unit extraction (FUE). These two methods are very different in the way they harvest the donor hair; FUT excising a strip of flesh from the scalp to be dissected into follicular units and FUE excising the follicular units individually right from the scalp.
If you are dead-set against having a linear scar and desire a refined hairline, choose a surgeon who practices FUE, not FUT. Then the best hair restoration doctor for you must not only be adept at basic FUE, but also advanced FUE using specialized tools like the UGraft. If you don’t mind the scar and the hairline is not your focus, a FUT doctor might be right for you, since FUT is a cheaper procedure.
SKILL/EXPERIENCE
The right physician will not only have a high level of skill in his chosen technique, he will also have plentiful experience. Of course, having the right training to hone the skill of FUT or FUE is extremely important. Equally as important is the practice of hair transplant.
Having a surgeon who is highly skilled and widely experienced means he knows what he is doing, which puts the odds of a good outcome in your favor. It also means he’s garnered the respect and approval of his peers and prior patients, since people continue to trust his work. Furthermore, this respect and expertise should lead to continued research, attendance at conferences, and publications in reputable medical journals and magazines.
DOCUMENTATION OF PRIOR PATIENTS
Ideally you should also look for a doctor who has both photo and video documentation showing the results of his prior patients. This is the way for him to prove to prospective patients that he has enduring high success rates. Also, you can examine the photos and videos to assess whether he will be able to provide the exact treatment you need and want.
Use this documentation to scrutinize hairline design, scarring, long-term yield, density, evenness, and the satisfaction of the patient.
Best Hair restoration Doctor: STAFF AND TOOLS
Also find a surgeon who is adequately staffed and has the most effective tools for his technique. Each staff member should be amicable, appropriately credentialed, and experienced; especially when it comes to FUT, since the technicians are responsible for a large portion of donor harvest.
The right tools should assist the surgeon in performing successfully by minimizing risks and complications. If you come across a surgeon who uses any tool with reports on high incidence of graft burial or high transection rates, keep on looking. The best hair restoration doctors only use the best tools.
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