Guides & How-Tos

Step-by-step guides for hair loss assessment and treatment planning.

Guides & How-Tos5 min

International Hair Transplant: Surgeon Selection

How to select a qualified hair transplant surgeon in Turkey, UK, India, and other international destinations. Credential verification, cost comparison, and red flags.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos6 min

How to Choose a Hair Transplant Surgeon

Choose a hair transplant surgeon by checking ISHRS membership, board certification, before/after photos, patient reviews, and consultation quality. Full vetting guide.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos5 min

Pre-Consultation Preparation: Maximize Your Visit

Step-by-step guide to preparing for your hair transplant consultation. What to bring, questions to ask, photos to take, and how to evaluate the surgeon's answers.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos5 min

50 Questions to Ask Your Hair Transplant Surgeon

The complete list of questions to ask during your hair transplant consultation. Covers credentials, technique, cost, recovery, and red flags to watch for.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos6 min

Recovery Expectations: What Your Surgeon Should Tell You

What your surgeon should tell you about hair transplant recovery: day-by-day timeline, pain levels, activity restrictions, shock loss, and signs of complications.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos6 min

Realistic Results: Setting Expectations with Your Surgeon

Set realistic hair transplant expectations: what 2,000-5,000 grafts actually look like, growth timelines, factors affecting density, and when results disappoint.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos4 min

Choosing Your Surgeon: When to Return to Work

Return to work after a hair transplant: desk jobs in 3-5 days, physical labor in 10-14 days. Appearance considerations, remote work options, and what to tell coworkers.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos4 min

Hair Transplant Risks: What Surgeons Won't Tell You

Honest breakdown of hair transplant risks including poor graft survival, unnatural hairlines, nerve damage, and scarring. Know the red flags before committing.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos4 min

Choosing Your Surgeon: Shock Loss Explained

Shock loss after hair transplant is temporary shedding during weeks 2-4 that affects transplanted and native hair. Learn why it happens, how long it lasts, and when to worry.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos6 min

Choosing Your Surgeon: How to Sleep After Procedure

Sleep elevated at 45 degrees for the first week after a hair transplant. Learn the best sleeping positions, pillow setups, and when you can return to normal sleeping.

February 23, 2026Read
Guides & How-Tos6 min

Hair Transplant Consultation: Step-by-Step

What happens during a hair transplant consultation: scalp examination, graft count, hairline design, technique selection, pricing, and questions to ask your surgeon.

February 23, 2026Read
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Hair Transplant Success Rates by Surgeon Type

Data-driven analysis of hair transplant success rates by surgeon credentials, experience level, technique, and geographic region. What the statistics reveal.

February 23, 2026Read