Hair Transplant: making the decision
The numbers behind the choice — satisfaction, real costs, risks, and how to vet whoever does it. Everything here is sourced from published literature and public records, not ads.
Patient satisfaction
85–95%
commonly cited in studies
Graft survival
90%+
Typical cost
$10,200
$6,000–$15,000 range
Near you
20 mi radius
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The thing most people want to hear first: Transplanted follicles are genetically resistant to balding — once they take, they're yours for good.
What the price actually covers
Surgeon's fee
$6,120
Anesthesia
$1,530
Facility / OR
$2,550
The day of
In the OR
4–8 hrs
Anesthesia
Local
Back to work
2–5 days
When you'll see the result
Recovery
1 week
Final result
12–18 months
Results last
Permanent
Honest risks
- 'Shock loss' shedding at ~2–8 weeks before regrowth
- Results take 12–18 months to fully show — patience is part of the deal
- Hairline design matters more than graft count; review your surgeon's cases
Are you a good candidate?
- Stable donor area at the back of the scalp
- Hair loss stabilized (often alongside medication)
- Realistic density expectations
Six questions for every consult
- Are you board-certified, and in what specialty? (Verify it — don't just ask.)
- How many of this exact procedure did you do in the last 12 months?
- Can I see before/afters of patients with my anatomy or skin type?
- Who handles complications, and what's your revision policy and fee?
- Where is the procedure done, and is the facility accredited?
- What results would you consider realistic for me — and what won't this fix?
Verify before you book
Check the medical license
Confirm board certification
Cross-check the NPI registry
Read reviews for your procedure