Question 1

Is hair transplant safe for women?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when performed by surgeons experienced in female hair loss. The key difference is candidacy assessment: women must be screened for hormonal causes (thyroid, androgens, iron deficiency) before surgery, as a transplant will not stop ongoing medical hair loss. Our pre-op protocol includes a blood panel and, if needed, referral to an endocrinologist.

Question 2

Will my existing long hair need to be cut?

Accepted Answer

No. With the No-Shave DHI technique, only a narrow hidden strip at the nape is trimmed. The rest of your hair remains at its natural length and can cover the treated area throughout recovery.

Question 3

What type of hair loss is suitable for transplant in women?

Accepted Answer

The best candidates have androgenetic alopecia (female-pattern hair loss), traction alopecia from tight hairstyles, or scar alopecia in a localised area. Diffuse hair loss caused by active autoimmune conditions (alopecia areata) or untreated hormonal imbalances is addressed medically first.

Question 4

How many grafts do women typically need?

Accepted Answer

Most female patients require 1,500–2,500 grafts per session, targeting the parting line and crown. Because female-pattern thinning is diffuse rather than receding, the goal is adding density rather than rebuilding a hairline.

Question 5

Will the donor area be noticeably thin after extraction?

Accepted Answer

Our surgeons extract grafts in a scattered pattern across a wide donor zone rather than concentrating extractions in one spot. This prevents any visible thinning at the back of your scalp — important for women who wear their hair up.