Patient Guides
Plain-language answers to the most common hair-restoration questions — written by the Haute MD editorial team.
FUE and FUT are the two main hair transplant techniques. Learn how each works, what the scars look like, which produces more grafts, and how to choose.
Read GuideMinoxidil and finasteride address hair loss through different mechanisms and work better together than either alone. Learn how to use both for optimal results.
Read GuideHair transplant recovery takes 10-14 days before returning to normal activity. Learn what happens week by week — including the shock loss phase that alarms most patients.
Read GuideScalp micropigmentation (SMP) creates the appearance of a shaved head or fuller hair using specialized tattoo pigment. Learn who it's for and what to expect.
Read GuideLow-level laser therapy (LLLT) is FDA-cleared for hair loss but has modest evidence. Learn what the research shows, what devices are available, and who benefits most.
Read GuidePRP (platelet-rich plasma) hair restoration uses growth factors from your own blood to stimulate hair follicles. Learn how it works, what results to expect, and who is a candidate.
Read GuideFDA-approved treatments for male pattern baldness include minoxidil and finasteride. Learn how each works, what results to expect, and when to consider PRP or hair transplant.
Read GuideSee a dermatologist when hair loss is sudden, diffuse, accompanied by scalp symptoms, or not responding to OTC treatments. Learn what to expect at your first visit.
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