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Procedure Duration |
Shorter |
Longer |
Cost |
Less expensive |
More expensive |
Scarring |
Linear scar on the back of the scalp (hardly visible with medium hair, size 3 or above) |
Tiny dot-like scars (hardly visible with short hair) |
Graft Handling |
Less handling, lower risk of damage |
More handling, slightly higher risk of graft damage |
Impact on Future Transplants |
Preserves donor area well for future use |
If not planned well, can limit future transplant possibilities |
Donor Area Appearance Over Time |
Remains dense |
Can look thin with repeated procedures |
Shaving Requirement |
Does not requires shaving the head |
May require full or partial shaving of donor area |
Discreetness |
Can retain existing hairstyle, more discreet |
Less discreet due to shaving requirement |
Best Suited For |
Female & transgender. People with extensive hair loss or future hair loss potential |
People with mild, stable hair loss who prefer short hairstyles |