Skin and Hair Doc

This patient presented with a scalp scar following excision of a prior tumor.

Given the characteristics of scar tissue, we opted for hair transplantation using follicular units harvested from the posterior scalp.

The recipient site was prepared with autologous fat grafting a few weeks prior to transplantation to support vascularization and improve tissue quality.

Each graft was then individually selected and placed, respecting direction, angle, and density to optimize integration and achieve a natural result.

In scar tissue, careful planning and attention to detail are key determinants of successful outcomes.

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Have you ever wondered about what happens right after an FUE procedure? Dr. Takata had a follow up appointment from a patient who had hair transplant surgery the day before. He returned for the standard next-day wash.
The donor area already looked clean; those tiny extraction spots usually heal in 2–3 days and soon fade. The recipient area will have crusts for about 10–15 days. After that, some shedding can occur, but the graft bulbs are still there. Expect the first hairs at around three months, a clearer result at six months, and the final outcome at one year.
Sharing these steps and timelines with patients makes recovery less stressful. What part of the post-op timeline do you find most surprising?

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Hair Transplant in progress…

Our patient came to the office for a 6-month follow-up after a hair transplantation.
In this case, he received a total of 4,500 grafts to achieve this level of density and coverage. Dr. Mejia performed a Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) procedure to rebuild his hairline and crown.

Now that the hair has grown in, you can see how much thicker and more natural his hair looks from every angle. Even with an FUT procedure, a specialized "trichophytic closure" technique ensures the donor scar is virtually undetectable, even when the hair is combed through.

If you are experiencing hair loss and are ready to restore your confidence, contact us for a consultation to determine your needs. As Dr. Mejia mentioned in the video, each case is different. He performs FUE, FUT, and even combo FUE and FUT hair transplant surgery.

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Dr. Luciana Takata performed an eyebrow hair transplant last week on a patient that had very thin brows since she was young and has been doing micropigmentation for many years. She was ready for something different. . The patient’s hair was extracted from the back of her head and the hair grafts directly implanted into the eyebrow. Here is a sneak peek during the surgery. Stay tuned for more updates! Do you have any questions about this type of surgery? Let us know in the comments or send us a DM and Dr. Takata will answer.
You can see more before and after photos on our website: https://skinandhairdoc.com/eyebrow-hair-transplant/

Last week, I spoke at the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Annual Scientific Meeting in Tampa, Florida at the Hair Restoration session. While it was a while ago that I attended one of the AACS meetings, I really enjoyed learning new perspectives in the field of cosmetic surgery especially regenerative treatments and hey, I might even attend their facial cadaver course coming up to learn new techniques in the anatomy of the face.

A highlight of the event was meeting Dr. Underwood who is the incoming President of the American Medical Association. I loved his energy and ideas to work together to advance the field.

The Gala was held at the Tampa Aquarium, which was totally in my element since I have a descent sized aquarium at home, but obviously not with sharks and loggerhead turtles.

The comraderie was very welcoming and they openly shared innovative ideas. I met new friends and hope to attend again!

Honored to have a distinguished pioneer in hair transplantation, Dr. Jerry Wong, visit our office all the way from Vancouver, Canada.

He was the recipient of the Golden Follicle Award from ISHRS in 2011 for his clinical contributions to the field of hair restoration surgery and has innovated many techniques throughout his extensive career as a hair transplant surgeon.